Description
Discover two delicious and healthy ways to make raspberry overnight oats: a tangy lemon vanilla Greek yogurt version and a rich vegan chocolate option. Both recipes are quick to prepare, require no cooking, and are perfect for a nutritious make-ahead breakfast.
Ingredients
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Lemon Vanilla Greek Yogurt Flavour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened milk of choice (almond milk recommended)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
- 3/4 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 a lemon, zest only
- 1-2 Tbsp almond or peanut butter (unsweetened)
- Optional: fresh mint, to garnish
Chocolate Flavour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1 Tbsp raw cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup unsweetened milk of choice (almond milk recommended)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
- 3/4 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1-2 Tbsp almond or peanut butter (unsweetened)
Instructions
- Prepare Lemon Yogurt Base: Mix dry ingredients including rolled oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon in a jar or container. Add Greek yogurt, unsweetened milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined.
- Add Toppings for Lemon Variation: Top the mixture with fresh or frozen raspberries and lemon zest. Cover the jar or container securely and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
- Finish Lemon Oats: Before serving, add nut butter of choice and garnish with fresh mint if desired. Stir everything together and enjoy your refreshing lemon vanilla overnight oats.
- Prepare Chocolate Base: In a separate jar or container, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, raw cacao powder, and cinnamon. Add unsweetened milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Add Toppings for Chocolate Variation: Top with raspberries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let the flavors develop.
- Finish Chocolate Oats: When ready to eat, add a scoop of almond or peanut butter for creaminess and extra flavor. Stir well and enjoy the rich, chocolatey overnight oats.
Notes
- Use either fresh or frozen raspberries according to availability.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey for a different sweetness profile.
- Almond milk is recommended, but any unsweetened plant-based or dairy milk can be used.
- Overnight oats can be refrigerated up to 24 hours ahead to save time in the morning.
- Adjust nut butter amount to personal taste for creaminess and protein.
- Optional fresh mint adds a refreshing aroma and visual appeal to the lemon vanilla oats.
