Healthy Coconut Cream Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy overnight oats with coconut cream, chia and almond milk, finished with berries and toasted coconut.
# What You'll 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 sea salt
→ Toppings (optional)
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 Make It:
01 - Place rolled oats, almond milk, coconut cream, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl or large jar. Stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
02 - Cover mixture securely and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, allowing the oats and chia seeds to absorb liquid and create a creamy consistency.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash of almond milk if a looser texture is preferred.
04 - Portion oats into two serving bowls or jars. Garnish each with berries, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts as desired. Drizzle with extra coconut cream. Serve chilled.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This method lets you wake up to a ready-to-eat breakfast that tastes like dessert in disguise.
- You can tailor every batch with toppings you love, making it as simple or decadent as you like.
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- Once I forgot to stir the oats before chilling and ended up with uneven texture—so don't skip a thorough mix.
- Toasting the coconut flakes just before topping brings a surprising boost of flavor and makes the whole kitchen smell like a bakery.
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- Use the thickest coconut cream you can find for ultimate indulgence.
- A pinch more salt than you think you need brings out all the flavor nuances.