Healthy Coconut Cream Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy overnight oats with coconut cream, chia and maple—nourishing vegan breakfast ready after an overnight chill.

# What goes in:

→ Oats & Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or alternative plant-based milk
03 - 1/2 cup coconut cream
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Toppings (optional)

08 - 1/4 cup fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts such as almonds, cashews, or walnuts
11 - Extra coconut cream for drizzling

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl or large jar, combine rolled oats, almond milk, coconut cream, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly to ensure the mixture is completely blended.
02 - Cover the container securely and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, allowing the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and develop a creamy texture.
03 - In the morning, stir the oat mixture to redistribute ingredients evenly. If a looser texture is preferred, mix in an additional splash of almond milk.
04 - Divide the mixture between two bowls or jars. Garnish each portion with fresh berries, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts. Finish with an optional drizzle of coconut cream and serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Youll wake up to breakfast already made with a lush coconut twist no one expects.
  • Its endlessly forgiving—use your favorite fruits or whatever you have lurking in the pantry, and it still turns out dreamy.
02 -
  • I once rushed the chill time and ended up with soupy oats—be patient, overnight really means overnight.
  • Discovering a quick toast of coconut flakes adds a pyramid of crunch that changes every bite.
03 -
  • A dash of cardamom or lime zest before chilling elevates the whole bowl.
  • Secret trick: microwave the coconut cream for five seconds and whisk until pourable for the perfect final drizzle.

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