Overnight Oats With Water

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (or quick cooking oats)
• 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
• 0.25 tsp Cinnamon
• 1 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 tbsp Peanut Butter (or plant-based yogurt or almond butter; up to 2 tablespoons)
• 0.75 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Berries (for serving)
• 1 tsp Maple Syrup (extra for serving)
• 1 tsp Peanut butter (extra for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium mixing bowl or glass mason jar, combine the old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon.

2. 2

   In a separate small bowl, stir together the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and runny.

3. 3

   Add the peanut butter mixture and the water to the oat mixture.

4. 4

   Stir well to bring all ingredients together until no lumps of nut butter remain.

5. 5

   Cover the bowl or jar with foil or a lid and place it in the fridge for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   After 5 minutes, stir the mixture again for about 20 seconds to incorporate any water that may have settled on top and ensure an even consistency.

7. 7

   Close the jar tightly and refrigerate overnight.

8. 8

   The next day, serve the oats plain or top with fresh berries, additional peanut butter, plant-based yogurt, or chocolate chips.

Notes

Storage: Store for up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container. These can also be frozen in airtight jars; thaw in the fridge the day before serving. Variations: - Carrot Cake: Add 2 tbsp plant-based Greek yogurt, chopped pecans, 1/4 cup grated carrots, and 2 tbsp raisins. - Peanut Butter Chocolate: Add 1 tbsp peanut butter, 2 tsp cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt.

Nutrition per serving

• breakfast
• vegan
• dairy-free
• low-calorie
• meal-prep
• no-cook