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Easy Overnight Oats
Easy Overnight Oats are a delicious and convenient breakfast option that you can prepare the night before. This recipe combines creamy oats with a hint of sweetness and a touch of cinnamon, making it a perfect start to your day. The best part? You can customize it with your favorite toppings!
Serving Size and Yield
This recipe yields approximately 2 servings.
Preparation and Cooking Time
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 8 hours (overnight)
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh fruit and nuts for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the oats, milk, chia seeds, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a medium-sized bowl or jar.
- Stir the mixture well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl or jar with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Serve the oats cold, topped with your choice of fresh fruit and nuts, if desired.
Additional Notes
Feel free to experiment with different flavors by adding cocoa powder, nut butter, or yogurt. You can also adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Approximately 250 calories, 8g protein, 40g carbohydrates, 8g fat, 6g fiber, 12g sugar.
