Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds Recipe

Overnight oats with chia seeds in two glass containers topped with pumpkin seeds, almonds, and sunflower seeds.

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Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds Recipe

This basic recipe for Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds can be served both warm and chilled. I share instructions on how to heat up overnight oats for a cozy bowl of oatmeal or porridge. Plus, this recipe is naturally sweetened, healthy, and packed with protein, fiber, and heart healthy omega-3s.

Prep Time10

Resting time:2

Total Time2 10

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Vegan

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: serving

Calories: 346kcal

Author: Nisha Melvani

Ingredients

⅔ cup milk (I used unsweetened soy milk)
2 pitted medjool dates or prunes (optional)
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons old-fashioned rolled oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
2 teaspoons hemp seeds (optional)

Instructions

Optional for naturally sweetened: Blend the nondairy milk with the pitted dates until fully incorporated.
Mix: Transfer the nondairy milk to a Pyrex measuring cup or Mason jar with lid.
Add the oats and chia seeds and mix well. Let the mixture sit for one minute before mixing again.
Refrigerate: Cover the Mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. for at least two hours, or overnight.
For warm overnight oats:
Microwave method: Place the overnight oats with chia seeds into a microwave-safe container. Add a touch more milk and stir. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the desired temperature. Add your favorite toppings.
Stovetop method: Add enough liquid to just cover the bottom of a small saucepan and cook over medium heat. Once the liquid starts to gently boil, add the overnight oats with chia seeds and turn the heat down to low. Stir constantly until warmed through. Add toppings and enjoy.

Notes

Oats and Chia Seed Ratio: You can change the quantities of rolled oats and chia seeds based on your preference. Another possible combination can be ¼-cup rolled oats plus 2 teaspoons chia seeds.

Oats-to-Liquid Ratio: Use a 1:2 ratio of oats + chia seeds to dairy-free milk. If you would prefer fewer chia seeds, stick to the quantity listed in the recipe.

Mix the oats and chia seeds into the milk. Stir everything until well combined and there are no clumps of chia seeds. Let it sit for one minute, and then stir again.

Storage: Refrigerate Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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