Description
A delicious and nutritious recipe for Indian-inspired overnight oats, infused with aromatic spices and tropical flavors. This make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings and offers a unique twist on traditional oatmeal.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Mixture:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or almond milk)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1/4 cup chopped mango
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios or almonds
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
- Pinch of saffron strands (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Oats Mixture: In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey, cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, and vanilla. Stir well to combine.
- Chill Overnight: Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours.
- Assemble: In the morning, stir the mixture and top with chopped mango, pistachios, shredded coconut, and a pinch of saffron if using.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or bring to room temperature before eating.
Notes
- You can swap mango for banana, papaya, or berries depending on the season.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based milk and yogurt.
- For extra richness, add 1 teaspoon rose water for a traditional Indian flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
