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