Fitness / May 29, 2024

Vegan Overnight Oats

The breakfast that makes busy mornings a breeze.

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Are you a morning person or night owl? No matter your answer to the age-old question, you’re bound to become obsessed with overnight oats. Over the last decade, this meal has skyrocketed in popularity due to how quick and easy it is to prepare and enjoy, making it the perfect breakfast for those on the go. If you’re a night owl, it’ll make your mornings so much easier. And if you’re already a morning person, it’ll give you more time to maximize your favorite time of day.

As the popularity of overnight oats has grown, so have its variations. There are plenty of ways you can customize overnight oats to best suit what you’re in the mood for. But before you start getting creative, it’s important to master the basics. This Vegan Overnight Oats Recipe is exactly that – the most simple yet endlessly delicious version of a new classic breakfast.

The key to overnight oats is – of course – refrigerating them overnight. The night before you want to enjoy this recipe, you’ll combine gluten-free oats with the flavors of banana, cinnamon, vanilla and almond milk. As the oats soak in the liquid, they’ll form the same texture as oats that have been heated and cooked. In the morning, all you have to do is dig in!

Are Vegan Overnight Oats Healthy?

Oats are one of the best ways to start your morning. Not only are they a great source of fiber, but they’re also filling, giving you the energy you need to tackle the rest of your day. The mashed banana gives you a serving of fruit and provides potassium on top of natural sugars, making this a refined-sugar-free breakfast. Plus, the chia seeds are rich in nutritious omega-3 fatty acids and protein. With all this considered, Vegan Overnight Oats are definitely a healthy meal that’s perfect for vegan, gluten-free, and other diets.

What Milk is Best for Overnight Oats?

You can use almost any milk in your Vegan Overnight Oats, but this recipe uses almond milk for a reason. Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative that suits vegan diets, and is also lower in calories compared to cow’s milk. It’s my personal preference since I find the subtle almond flavor adds a nice touch to this recipe as well, but other non-dairy milks like soy milk, hemp milk, coconut milk or even oat milk would work too.

INGREDIENTS

1 large ripe banana, mashed
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
3/4 cup almond milk
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
Fresh fruit, chopped (optional garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS

Mash

Combine banana, chia seeds, and cinnamon.

Mix

Stir in oats, milk, and vanilla; refrigerate.

Adjust

Stir and modify texture if needed.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How to Make Ahead and Store?

Vegan Overnight Oats should be stored in the fridge in an airtight container, like a mason jar (my personal favorite). To get the desired overnight oats consistency, you should make them at least one night prior to enjoying, but they can stay in the fridge for up to five days. I like to sometimes make batches of overnight oats and store jars of them in my fridge, which gives me an easy, healthy breakfast for several mornings of my busy week!

Can Raw Vegans Eat Overnight Oats?

Yes, this Vegan Overnight Oats recipe is suitable for raw vegans as it uses non-dairy milk and no cooking is required.

Are Overnight Oats a Good Source of Protein?

Overnight oats on their own are not necessarily high in protein, but the chia seeds in this recipe give it a protein boost. Chia seeds are a great source of plant protein, as 2 tablespoons contain 4.7 grams of protein. If you want to add even more protein to your overnight oats, try adding a scoop of protein powder, preferably flavored, like vanilla or coconut.

Serving Suggestions

Vegan Overnight Oats are quite filling on their own, so you probably won’t feel the need to pair it with anything else. But there are plenty of variations worth trying! Spice up your morning with Vegan Pecan Pie Overnight Oats, Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, or try Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe With Almond Milk.

Vegan Overnight Oats

Course Breakfast

Cuisine canadian

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings bowl

Calories 406kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

1 large ripe banana mashed
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
3/4 cup almond milk
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
Fresh fruit chopped, optional

Instructions

Mash the banana in a small bowl until almost smooth, then mix in the chia seeds and cinnamon.
Add the oats, almond milk, and vanilla extract if desired. Stir until well combined, cover, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Adjust the consistency if necessary by adding more chia seeds to thicken or a splash of milk to loosen. Garnish with fresh chopped fruit if desired.