Maple Cinnamon Pecan Overnight Oats (Print Version)
Creamy oats soaked overnight with maple syrup, cinnamon, and crunchy pecans for an effortless morning meal.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
04 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup (for drizzling)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - Fresh fruit (optional, e.g., sliced banana or berries)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to combine.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
04 - Top with chopped pecans, extra maple syrup, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh fruit if desired.
05 - Enjoy chilled. Oats can be divided into individual servings for grab-and-go breakfast.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Five minutes of prep the night before means you get to sleep in longer
- The oats soften into this dreamy pudding like texture that feels indulgent but is secretly wholesome
- Customizable toppings mean you never eat the same breakfast twice
02 -
- The first time I made these I forgot the salt and they tasted flat, that tiny pinch wakes up all the other flavors
- If you add mix ins like fruit or nuts, do it right before eating or they get soggy and weird by day two
03 -
- Toasting your pecans in a dry pan for 3 minutes makes them taste exponentially better and your whole kitchen will smell amazing
- Make a triple batch on Sunday and portion into individual containers, your future self will thank you all week long