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Overnight Oats with Water and Fruit Toppings Recipe

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A wholesome and easy-to-make recipe for overnight oats using water instead of milk, enriched with chia seeds for thickness and nutrition. Perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast topped with fresh berries or peanut butter and banana for a delicious variation.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time, overnight preferred)
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon yogurt (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • A pinch of sea salt (optional)

Berries Overnight Oats Topping

  • 1 cup berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Peanut Butter and Banana Topping

  • 1 tablespoon nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter, hazelnut butter, or homemade Nutella)
  • Chopped nuts
  • Dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a glass jar or container, mix the rolled oats, chia seeds, water, honey or maple syrup, yogurt (if using), and sea salt (if using). Stir thoroughly with a spoon to combine all ingredients well.
  2. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container with a lid or cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the oats to absorb liquid and thicken, creating a creamy texture.
  3. Prepare Berry Compote: If using the berries topping, wash and quarter fresh strawberries. In a saucepan, combine ½ cup berries, maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of water. Heat over medium heat, bringing to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes while stirring occasionally. Optionally mash the berries lightly for a smoother compote. Remove from heat and allow to cool before layering onto the oats.
  4. Assemble Berries Topping: Top the chilled oats with the cooled compote, then add the remaining fresh berries on top for freshness and texture.
  5. Assemble Peanut Butter and Banana: Layer the overnight oats in a jar with a tablespoon of your choice of nut butter. Top with fresh banana slices, sprinkle chopped nuts and dark chocolate chips. Optionally drizzle melted chocolate or Nutella for extra richness.

Notes

  • Use rolled oats for a chewy texture; quick or instant oats can be used but will yield a softer texture and might require adjusting liquid amounts. Avoid steel-cut oats as they require cooking.
  • Chia seeds thicken the oats and add omega-3 and healthy fats; ground flax seeds can be substituted if preferred.
  • Yogurt is optional, adds creaminess and beneficial bacteria; can be dairy or plant-based without added sugar.
  • Adjust water quantity to preferred consistency; oats thicken further while refrigerated.
  • Store the overnight oats in the fridge for up to 4 days, but best consumed within 2-3 days to avoid excessive softness.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (for berry compote, optional)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/overnight-oats-with-water-and-fruit-toppings-recipe/