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Creamy Cherry Overnight Oats

Creamy Cherry Overnight Oats for a Delightful Start

Creamy Cherry Overnight Oats offer a delightful start to your day with healthy ingredients and no cooking required.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats Use for best texture
  • 1 cup plant-based milk Options include almond, oat, or soy milk
  • 1 cup frozen sweet pitted cherries Can substitute with fresh cherries
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter Can be replaced with sunflower seed butter
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed Chia seeds can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Agave or honey can be alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Optional for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Vanilla extract is a good substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • mason jar
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thawing the frozen sweet pitted cherries in the refrigerator overnight or microwave for about 30 seconds, then mash them lightly with a fork.
  2. In a mixing bowl or mason jar, combine the mashed cherries with oats, plant-based milk, almond butter, ground flaxseed, maple syrup, and almond or vanilla extract. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid.
  4. When ready to serve, retrieve from the fridge and add more plant-based milk if too thick. Top with fruits or granola as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These oats can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days in the fridge and are suitable for meal prep.

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