Overnight Oats
When soaked overnight in milk, oats become tender and creamy. Unlike oatmeal, the uncooked but softened oats, retain a fresh flavor and, of course, they’re delicious cold.
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ¼ cup dried fruit, cut into small pieces, if needed
- 1 tbsp. chia, flax, poppy or sesame seeds
- 1 cup milk or unsweetened dairy alternative, such as almond or oat milk
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
- Maple syrup, honey or brown sugar, optional
- 2 tbsp. nuts, chopped or sliced, toasted, if desired
Instructions
- Mix oats, dried fruit, seeds, milk and salt in a pint jar or 2-cup airtight resealable container.
- Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or up to 5 days.
- Uncover, stir well and taste.
- If you prefer more sweetness, stir in some sweetener.
- Top with the nuts just before eating.