Oats are a popular breakfast staple. They are easy to prepare, healthy, and keep you full for a long time.
However, eating oats can quickly get boring if you eat the same kind all the time.
So, let's not let it get that far.
With just a few additional ingredients, you can transform any old oatmeal into a super delicious dish.
A prime example are these dreamy blueberry overnight oats with coconut we're making today.
They are so good; they may make waking up more pleasurable because you can't wait to enjoy this deliciousness 😉.
The combination of blueberries and coconut flakes is fantastic, and the almonds round of the recipe perfectly.
Additionally, the cacao nibs add a nice chocolaty flavor. And what's better than starting the day with some chocolate?
Moreover, you only need 5 minutes to prepare this recipe. How awesome is that 🙌🏻?
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These blueberry-coconut overnight oats are rich in:
A closer look at some ingredients
Let's check out some of the ingredients that make this recipe so healthy:
Blueberries
Blueberries are one of the most antioxidant-rich foods and an excellent source of fiber, manganese, vitamin C and Vitamin K.
Moreover, they are low in calories and fat.
Blueberries promote heart health, muscle regeneration, and memory function. They also help lower the risk of chronic diseases.
Coconut flakes
Coconut flakes are rich in nutrients like selenium, potassium, iron, zinc, manganese, and copper.
They have a positive impact on heart health, strengthen the immune system, and support healthy brain function.
However, coconut flakes are very high in calories and fat (especially saturated fats). Therefore, you may want to consume them in moderation.
Almonds
Almonds are a great source of vitamin E, vitamin B2, manganese, magnesium, copper, and phosphorus.
They are high in fat, but most of them are unsaturated fats, so healthy fats. Almonds are also rich in fiber and antioxidants.
Moreover, consuming them regularly can reduce the amount of damage done by oxidized LDL-Cholesterol, which helps prevent atherosclerosis.
⏲️ Preparation time
Preparing these delicious blueberry coconut overnight oats takes less than 5 minutes. How awesome is that?
🥘 INGREDIENTS
You'll need:
- 50 g (⅓ cup) oats
- 75 g (½ cup) blueberries
- 250 ml (1 cup) coconut milk
- 1 banana – sliced
- 1 tbsp coconut flakes
- 1 tbsp cacao nibs
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 15 g (⅛ cup) sliced almonds
- 1 tsp Ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground vanilla bean
🔪 INSTRUCTIONS
Overnight oats
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Put the mixture in an airtight container and place in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, take the overnight oats out from the refrigerator, give them a good stir and enjoy.
- If you want, you can top your oats off with some fresh fruit for an extra level of fun.
Naturally, you don't need to make overnight oats out of this recipe; you can also prepare oatmeal to enjoy right away.
Cooked/cold oatmeal
- Put the plant milk in a pan and heat it until it is warm but not hot. Skip this step if you prefer cold oats.
- Meanwhile, place the oats, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Pour the plant milk over the oats and seasoning and stir. Give the oats a minute to absorb some of the liquid.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. If you want, you can add some toppings to make your oats look super pretty!
- Enjoy!
💭 TIP
Adding the blueberries to the oats in the morning, instead of the night before, will make this already incredible oatmeal even better.
(Berries tend to lose some of their flavor when they are placed in the fridge. But no need to worry. The overnight oats will still taste faboulous, even if you add the blueberries the night before).
📖 Recipe
Easy blueberry overnight oats with coconut - vegan & easy
Equipment
- Cutting board and knife
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 50 g oats
- 75 g blueberries
- 250 ml coconut milk
- 1 banana – sliced
- 1 tbsp coconut flakes
- 1 tbsp cacao nibs
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 15 g sliced almonds
- 1 tsp Ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground vanilla bean
Instructions
OVERNIGHT OATS
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Put the mixture in an airtight container and place in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, take the overnight oats out from the refrigerator, give them a good stir and enjoy.
- If you want, you can top your oats off with some fresh fruit for an extra level of fun.
- Naturally, you don't need to make overnight oats out of this recipe; you can also prepare oatmeal to enjoy right away.
COOKED/COLD OATMEAL
- Put the plant milk in a pan and heat it until it is warm but not hot. Skip this step if you prefer cold oats.
- Meanwhile, place the oats, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Pour the plant milk over the oats and seasoning and stir. Give the oats a minute to absorb some of the liquid.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. If you want, you can add some toppings to make your oats look super pretty!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
🌡 STORING LEFTOVERS
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day.
📖 VARIATIONS
- You can vary this recipe easily by switching up the fruits you use. You could swap the blueberries with some other berries or cherries. Or you could create a more exotic flavor by adding some pineapple.
- You could also replace the chia seeds with flax seeds or hemp seeds if you like.
- Nutmeg would also be an excellent replacement for cinnamon, though you only want to use ¼ tsp.
- If you want to mellow out the flavor a bit, omit the cinnamon and vanilla bean and choose almond, rice, or soy milk for your oats.
- For a more coconut flavor, add 1 tbsp canned coconut milk.
- Cacao nibs can be a bit bitter. If you want, you can replace them with vegan chocolate chips.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
To make this recipe gluten-free, be sure to choose certified gluten-free oats or use 1 cup (110 g) cooked quinoa or amaranth instead.
👪 SERVING SIZE
This recipe serves one person.
If you want to make more, you can easily double the recipe.
Or you can adjust the amount of servings by clicking on the number in the recipe card and sliding it up or down.
🍽 EQUIPMENT
- Cutting board and knife
- Airtight container
🥗 Other tasty breakfast ideas
So, you like this recipe? That's awesome! But if you ever want to switch things up, here are a few breakfast ideas I think you'd enjoy as well.
What do you usually do while you enjoy your breakfast? Work? Watch TV? Read? Chat with your roommate/partner/kids? Get ready?
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