Today while discussing our weekend nutrition goals the topic of Overnight Oats came up. Like me a few years ago, I had not heard of these and didn't know what I was missing. I was missing out on lots. Not only are Overnight Oats a real thing, they are fantastic.
Here's some of the great things about Overnight Oats:
- Versatile- The amount of recipes and the variations you can put on them are limitless
- Scalable- Whether it is just you or your entire family of 12 kids, the recipes are easily adapted and you can make a bunch all at once.
- Storable- Overnight Oats should be part of your weekend meal prep. They'll last all week.
- Stackable- I make mine in small mason jars. These can be easily stacked in your fridge
- Grab and Go- On the run in the morning you can quickly grab a jar. Eat it right there or slip it into your bag for at the office.
- Yum Factor- Any variation of flavors, spices, protein, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners add to the deliciousness
Overnight Oats are not a special oatmeal or grain you need to order or travel to your natural food store for. They are Old Fashion Oats that instead of being cooked slowly absorb the liquid to become a breakfast delight. Give them a try. Here's a few recipes to get you started.
Overnight Oats
- 1/2 cup oat
- 1 TB unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 TB chia seeds
- 1 TB chopped nuts (I used almonds)
- 1/3 cup blueberries or berries of choice
- 1/2 -1 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp. ground vanilla beans (optional)
Mix all of the ingredients in a mason jar the night before. Store in the fridge overnight. Just pull out and eat in the morning. SO easy! I add in 1 scoop protein powder the next day right before eating.
Just Peachy Overnight Oats
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- Pinch salt
- 1 peach
- 1/2 cup water, or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon almond, sliced or chopped
- 2 leaf mint, chopped, optional
Dice the peach, chop the almonds and mint leaves.
Throw everything in a jar, screw the lid on top, shake, and off it goes into the fridge. The next morning (if you want) add a splash of almond milk before serving. Store in the refrigerator for 3 days.
Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats
- 1 cup rolled oats
- Pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- 1 1/4 cup water, or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, Beverly International is my preferred choice
- 2 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla, optional
Combine all ingredients into a jar and mix well. Place in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 3 hours or overnight. Serve cold. If desired, add more almond milk before serving. Store in the refrigerator for 3 days.
Zucchini Bread Overnight Oats
- 3/4 cup Oats
- • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- • 1 tbsp. Ground Flax Seed
- • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- • 1 Zucchini (grated- about 1 cup total)
- • 2 tbsps. Hemp Seeds
- • 1 Banana (sliced)
Mix together the oats, almond milk, ground flax seeds, cinnamon, zucchini, and hemp seeds in a large bowl. Cover the bowl, and then put it in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, take a cereal bowl and put about half of the overnight oats in the bottom. (save the other half for following day). Add about 2 Tbsp. of additional oats to the bowl, stir. Add 1/2 of a banana, sliced. Sprinkle with cinnamon, and enjoy!
Let me know your favorite recipe or share it in the comment section.
Enjoy Good Food,
Coach Nancy
Here's a few more recipes for you to try.
Applesauce Overnight Oats and Blueberry Overnight Oats (Check out the video below)