Monday, March 13, 2023

Overnight Oats

Greetings all!

Are you a breakfast person? If you are, do you make breakfast every morning? I love a good breakfast but sometimes I just do not have the mental energy to think of what I want to have with my coffee. And sometimes I do not have the time to prepare something delicious from scratch. This is where a butler would come in handy but alas I am still butler-less. If you are in the same boat, try making overnight oats!

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I love this recipe - easy, healthy, delicious, and very efficient! You can make a big batch the night before to carry you through several mornings. Also, if you like variety in your meals, this recipe is super-customizable - just swap the toppings. 

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Ingredients: 

  • Base: Rolled oats + your choice of milk (water works too). 
  • Toppings: vanilla extract, bananas, fruits, berries, nuts, seeds, honey, maple syrup, pinch of salt, cacao nibs, raisins, dried fruit, etc. 

Instructions: 

  • Mix oats and milk or water (1:1 ratio works well so the oats are barely covered with liquid)
  • Add toppings now or before serving (if adding frozen fruit or berries, add them now)
  • Refrigerate overnight in an airtight container
  • Before serving, add a splash of milk
  • Add additional toppings, if desired 
  • You can store up to 3 days

Toppings: 

  • Fruit or berries (fresh, frozen, dried)
  • Granola and raspberries
  • Strawberries and almonds
  • Cherries and walnuts
  • Mango and pineapple
  • Chia seeds, honey, and nuts
  • Honey and grated apple
  • Honey, grated apple and carrot, walnuts, and raisins
  • In Ireland, some hotels offer a splash of whiskey in your oatmeal - what a fabulous idea for a lazy weekend in!

Bon Appetit! Let me know how you like it!

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