Description
Maple Pecan Overnight Oats is a delicious and easy make-ahead breakfast featuring creamy rolled oats soaked overnight in milk and Greek yogurt, sweetened with pure maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. Topped with crunchy chopped pecans and optional fresh fruit, this wholesome and nutritious dish is perfect for busy mornings or a healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- Optional: fresh fruit or extra maple syrup for topping
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or small container, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed to ensure consistent flavor and texture throughout.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours. This resting time allows the oats to absorb the liquid, soften, and develop a creamy consistency.
- Serve and Top: In the morning, stir the oats well. Top with chopped pecans for crunch and add optional fresh fruit or additional maple syrup as desired before serving for added sweetness and flavor.
Notes
- For added texture and deeper flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding them as a topping.
- You can prepare multiple jars at once for a week of convenient grab-and-go breakfasts.
- To make this dish dairy-free, use almond, oat, or soy milk along with a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
