Description
Healthy Overnight Oats with Cherry Chia Seed Jam are the ultimate breakfast solution for busy mornings. This delightful recipe features creamy oats paired with a sweet and tangy cherry chia seed jam, creating a nutritious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of day. Perfect for those who are vegan or gluten-free, these oats can be prepped in just minutes, making them ideal for meal prep. Customize your bowl with your favorite toppings for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/4 cup plant-based vanilla protein powder
- 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut yogurt
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Chia Jam: Heat cherries in the microwave for 30 seconds, mash them, then stir in chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Refrigerate to thicken.
- Mix the Oat Base: Combine rolled oats, protein powder, almond milk, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until well mixed.
- Layer Your Oats: In a mason jar, layer half of the oat mixture followed by half of the cherry jam. Repeat the layers and top with remaining cherry jam.
- Chill Overnight: Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate overnight.
- Serve & Enjoy: Top with slivered almonds or hemp seeds before enjoying cold or warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg