Healthy Coconut Cream Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy overnight oats with coconut cream, chia, and maple, chilled and topped with berries and toasted coconut.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
03 - 1/2 cup coconut cream
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Optional Toppings
08 - 1/4 cup fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts such as almonds, cashews, or walnuts
11 - Extra coconut cream for drizzling
# How-To:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl or large jar, add rolled oats, almond milk, coconut cream, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
02 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid for a creamy texture.
03 - After refrigeration, stir the oat mixture well. For a looser consistency, incorporate an additional splash of almond milk as needed.
04 - Portion the oats into two serving bowls or jars. Top each with fresh berries, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts. Finish with a drizzle of extra coconut cream if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Your mornings will suddenly feel less rushed since breakfast makes itself while you dream.
- The coconut cream turns everyday oats into a treat that's both nourishing and just a little decadent.
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- Once, I skipped stirring the chia and oats together well and ended up with a layer of seeds glued to the bottom—take the time to mix until every corner is reached.
- Warm oats are great, but this recipe is far better served chilled for ultimate creaminess, so resist microwaving them in the morning.
03 -
- Mixing wet and dry ingredients separately before combining ensures no chia clumps sneak through.
- Chill your coconut cream in the fridge first for an even silkier texture when you stir it in.