Boysenberry Overnight Oats
It’s basically the perfect breakfast!You can easily make it ahead.It’s got lots of nutritious ingredients and keeps me feeling full all morning.Its so good it’s like eating dessert for breakfast (or as a snack)!You can use this recipe as a template to make a base that can be used with any toppings or add-ins you choose. It’s super easy to remember so a healthy breakfast is a simple no brainer.Overnight oats are my morning lifesaver. They are a zero cooking, grab-and-go breakfast that’s delicious and nutritious! What I love is how customizable oats are with the toppings; you can have a different breakfast every day of the week.I’ve been making this recipe for over 10 years now, multiple days a week and I have yet to get sick of it. The flexibility of flavors, toppings and add-ins makes this recipe especially awesome!What are overnight oats?If you have never had overnight oatmeal, it is basically a no-cook method of making oatmeal. So, instead of cooking oatmeal on the stovetop or in the microwave, you soak the oats with milk. That soaking process allows the oats to absorb the liquid and soften them enough to eat uncooked. You only need to let the oats soak and rest in the fridge for 2 hours. But, it’s ideal if you soak it overnight…hence the name overnight oats!The next morning you have a ready-to-eat, delicious, creamy bowl of “oatmeal.” The consistency is like a porridge or pudding. It makes for an easy convenient breakfast that has a more dense and creamy texture than warm oatmeal.Best of all, you reap all the healthy benefits of oats in a fun grab-and-go breakfast:They contain more protein than most grains (5g per serving).They are a rich source of fiber, which helps you feel fuller longer (4gper serving).They are a nutrient dense food, which makes your feel more satiatedFor this breakfast recipe, blending the berries into a boysenberry milk means the berry flavour is much more bold, creating a delicious fruity breakfast or brunch. When hosting friends and family I love setting up a DIY topping station with yoghurt, nut butter, berries and banana.Why you will love this recipe:No-Cook Breakfast: This recipe takes away all morning hassle - no need to fire up the stove or oven. Just mix the night before, chill, and go.Two Essential Ingredients: At its core, all you really need to make overnight oats are oats and milk. Chia seeds, sweetener and vanilla extract are highly recommended additions for enhanced flavor and texture.Nutrient-Packed: High in protein and fiber, these overnight oats keep you full for longer while offering a lot of nutrients.Totally Customizable: Whether you are a fruit lover, chocolate devotee, or nut enthusiast, you can make your own flavor combo. You can seriously add or mix in whatever you like – it’s the chef’s kiss of breakfast recipes.Perfect for Meal Prep: Prepare multiple servings on a Sunday night and wake up to a delicious and nutritious breakfast all week long.
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup boysenberries, fresh or frozen (or any other berry)
- 1 cup coconut milk or milk of choice
- 1/2 cup oats, instant or quick
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch sea salt
Toppings
- Whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes
- Fresh or dried fruit
- Chopped nuts
- Seeds like hemp, sunflower
- Coconut shreds
- Drizzle nut or seed butter
- Granola
Instructions
- Place boysenberries and milk into a blender and blend until smooth.Pour the boysenberry milk into a medium sized bowl and add the oats, chia seeds and sea salt. Mix until everything is well combined and you notice it starting to thicken. Cover the bowl and place the oats in the fridge overnight to further thicken.To serve, scoop out into your serving bowl and add your favourite toppings. Enjoy immediately or will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense, fluffy, delicious, whipped coconut cream. Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.
Go here for the simple recipe: Whipped Coconut Cream
If you are looking for more delicious, healthy, no bake desserts and treats to help you reach your health, wellness and fitness goals, you will love my collection here: Blended Bites
