Cranberry Pecan Overnight Oats (Printer View)

Creamy oats with cranberries and pecans are easily made overnight for a wholesome, effortless breakfast.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Mix-ins & Toppings

08 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries
09 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - Fresh cranberries or additional chopped pecans, for garnish (optional)

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, salt, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and cinnamon.
02 - Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of all components.
03 - Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate overnight, or for a minimum of 8 hours, so the oats and chia seeds can absorb the liquid and soften.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well and, if a thinner consistency is preferred, add a splash of additional milk.
05 - Serve chilled, garnishing with fresh cranberries or extra chopped pecans as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses affordable pantry staples that are easy to find
  • No cooking required and takes just 10 minutes to prep
  • Protein-packed and keeps you full until lunch
  • Perfect for meal prepping busy weekday mornings
02 -
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily made vegan with simple swaps
  • Keeps in the fridge for up to three days with all the flavor intact
  • Loaded with fiber and healthy fats from oats chia and nuts
03 -
  • Always use old-fashioned oats as instant or steel-cut will not yield the correct texture
  • Letting the mixture soak a full eight hours ensures perfect creaminess and avoids chalky spots
  • Taste before serving. If you want a little more brightness add a squeeze of orange or lemon juice
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