Description

This Quick Overnight Oats recipe offers a creamy, nutritious, and naturally sweetened breakfast that requires no cooking. Made without yogurt, it uses chia seeds, tahini, and protein powder to create a satisfying and healthy start to your day. Sweetened with your choice of honey, maple syrup, or agave, and flavored with vanilla extract and applesauce, this recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 tbsp chia seeds (Bob’s Red Mill recommended for consistent quality)
1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats preferred for creamier texture)
pinch of salt
1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

Wet Ingredients

1 tbsp tahini (adds creaminess and healthy fats)
1-2 tbsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar)
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce (for natural sweetness and moisture)
3/4 cup milk (unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk)
1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract (for enhanced flavor)

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Instructions

Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, protein powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until they are evenly mixed.
Add wet ingredients: Pour in the tahini, sweetener of choice (honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar), applesauce, almond or plant-based milk, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the oats are fully coated.
Refrigerate overnight: Transfer the mixture to an airtight container or jar. Seal it and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften, resulting in a creamy consistency.
Serve and enjoy: In the morning, stir the oats to check consistency. If desired, add toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, or additional sweetener. Serve cold or at room temperature for a quick, nutritious breakfast.

Notes

Adjust sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; quick oats can become mushy.
Tahini adds a subtle nutty flavor and healthy fats, but you can substitute with nut butter if preferred.
This recipe is vegan and gluten-free if gluten-free oats are used.
Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.