Description
This Healthy Overnight Oats with Cherry Chia Seed Jam recipe is a nutritious, easy-to-make breakfast combining gluten-free rolled oats, plant-based protein, and a naturally sweetened cherry chia seed jam. Perfect for a quick grab-and-go meal, it offers a delightful balance of creamy texture and fruity flavor with wholesome ingredients that support a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats:
- 3/4 cup gluten free rolled oats
- 1/4 cup plant-based vanilla protein powder of choice
- 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (adjust to preferred sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
Cherry Chia Seed Jam:
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cherry chia seed jam: In a small bowl, add the pitted fresh cherries and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Mash the cherries thoroughly with a fork or masher until broken into small pieces and juice is released.
- Mix jam ingredients and chill: Stir in chia seeds, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the mashed cherries. Place the mixture in the fridge to thicken while preparing the oats.
- Combine overnight oats ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free rolled oats, plant-based vanilla protein powder, almond milk, unsweetened coconut yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Layer the oats and jam: Using a mason jar or jars, add half of the oat mixture, then layer with half of the cherry chia seed jam. Add the remaining oats, top with the rest of the jam and a tablespoon of almond butter on top.
- Refrigerate overnight: Seal the jar(s) tightly and refrigerate overnight to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Serve and garnish: In the morning, remove the jars from the fridge. Optionally sprinkle with slivered almonds or hemp seeds. Enjoy cold or warm slightly in the microwave if preferred.
Notes
- For a thicker chia jam, let it chill longer until desired consistency is reached.
- Maple syrup quantity can be adjusted or swapped with honey if preferred.
- Use dairy or plant-based yogurt depending on dietary preference.
- Consider adding nuts or seeds as a topping for extra texture and nutrition.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, cherry chia jam, gluten free breakfast, healthy breakfast, plant-based protein, easy no-cook recipe, meal prep breakfast
