Description
Delightful Raspberry Overnight Oats bring Mediterranean morning magic to breakfast tables, blending creamy rolled oats with sweet-tart berries. Chilled and ready to enjoy, this simple recipe promises a nourishing start packed with protein and antioxidants you’ll crave each morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds
Protein and Dairy:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
Fruits and Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh raspberries
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a jar or container, thoroughly blend rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform, ensuring no yogurt clumps remain that could interrupt proper oat absorption.
- Delicately incorporate fresh raspberries into the mixture, gently crushing them to release their vibrant juice and create a soft pink hue while preserving some whole berries for textural contrast.
- Seal the container and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the oats to soften and thoroughly integrate the flavors.
- Upon retrieval, vigorously mix the chilled oats, which will have substantially thickened due to the chia seeds’ expanding properties.
- Garnish with remaining fresh raspberries and optional complementary toppings like crunchy granola or chopped nuts to enhance the breakfast’s nutritional profile and sensory experience.
Notes
- Softly press raspberries to release vibrant color and flavor without completely destroying their structure, creating a beautiful pink swirl throughout the oats.
- Refrigerating allows oats to absorb liquid completely, developing a creamy texture and intensifying the delicious raspberry essence.
- Swap honey or maple syrup with alternative sweeteners like agave, stevia, or monk fruit for different dietary needs or reduced sugar content.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding a scoop of protein powder or extra Greek yogurt for increased protein content, perfect for post-workout recovery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 5mg