Overnight oats are a no-cook, make-ahead breakfast where oats soak in milk or yogurt overnight, resulting in a creamy, ready-to-eat meal by morning. They are almost a cross between porridge and muesli, made from mostly oats but mixed up with milk and a few other goodies and left in the fridge overnight. The oats soak up the milk and you are left with a creamy, delicious breakfast.

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.

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 and they taste like dessert thanks to layers of creamy oats, carrots and chopped nuts in every bite.

It’s basically the perfect breakfast! It’s got lots of nutritious ingredients and keeps me feeling full all morning. 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.

It makes it a great meal prep idea for Sunday night to prepare for the work week. I have 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!

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 (4g per serving).

They are a nutrient dense food, which makes you feel more satiated

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. You can also add some yogurt for more creaminess and nutrition.

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.

Overnight oats is the easiest, super nutritious breakfast options for busy mornings for the whole family.

Walnut Carrot Overnight Oats

Meet your new breakfast obsession!  These Walnut Carrot Overnight Oats are the perfect way to start your day. They are rich and creamy,keep you full for hours, and taste like real carrot cake! Enjoy them as an on-the-go breakfast for busy mornings.

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chia overnight oats recipe, clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy overnight oats, no cook oat breakfast, walnut carrot overnight oats

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/2 cup grated carrots
• 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 scoop protein or collagen powder
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Toppings Optional

• Dollop of whipped coconut cream -recipe below in notes
• Drizzle of nut butter
• Fresh fruit or berries
• Coconut flakes
• Granola
• Chopped nuts

Instructions

• In a mason jar or bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, grated carrots, chia seeds, nutmeg, cinnamon, honey and protein powder. Stir well.

  Cover the container and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 2-4 hours) to let the oats soak and flavors meld.

  In the morning, top with walnuts and your choice of toppings for added nutrition, texture and creaminess to make a real meal of it.

  Personally, I think chilled overnight oats taste the best and have a wonderfully thick and creamy consistency. However, if you are craving hot overnight oats, you can warm them in the microwave or on the stovetop with an extra splash of water or milk to prevent them from drying out.

  Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. I recommend storing them in individually sealed mason jars or airtight containers so they are easier to grab and go during busy mornings.

   

Notes

Homemade Whipped Coconut Cream

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut cream or milk the day before you need it.

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 

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