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Creamy overnight oats with brown sugar, cinnamon, and toasted almonds in a bowl.

Creamy Overnight Oats

Delightful overnight oats with brown sugar, cinnamon, and toasted almonds that are creamy and ready to eat in the morning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Oats Base
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 90 g
  • 1 cup milk 240 ml, dairy or plant-based
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt 120 g, dairy or dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar 25 g, light or dark
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped 30 g
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toast the almonds by placing ¼ cup (30 g) of chopped almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl or large measuring cup, combine 1 cup (240 ml) milk, ½ cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons (25 g) brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk gently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned rolled oats. Mix well to coat oats evenly.
  4. Pour the mixture into a mason jar or airtight container and seal tightly.
  5. Place in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and absorb liquid.
Serving
  1. Stir oats gently in the morning. Adjust sweetness if desired by adding honey or maple syrup. Sprinkle toasted almonds on top before serving.

Notes

Try adding fresh fruits like strawberries or bananas as toppings. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For a thicker consistency, use less milk.