Coconut Milk Overnight Oats
It only takes three minutes and a handful of ingredients to prepare delicious Coconut Milk Overnight Oats! You’ll find busy mornings so much easier with this healthy, make-ahead breakfast recipe.
Coconut Milk Overnight Oats Recipe
Say goodbye to busy mornings forcing you to skip breakfast! You’ll come back to this vegan-friendly overnight oats recipe again and again, like I do.
These Coconut Milk Overnight Oats are easy, nutritious and oh-so delicious.
Why Coconut Milk Overnight Oats Are Worth Making
👉 It’s easy to make. There’s no cooking involved, and it only takes 3 minutes to prep the recipe.
👉 Wholesome, nourishing, and high protein! Coconut milk is known to be a good source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamins and minerals like manganese and iron. Oats contain fiber, which can make you feel full longer than some other carbohydrates. Although this isn’t a low calorie, low carb, or low fat recipe, the caloric value can help power you through your day.
👉 The sweet flavor makes it a healthy snack option. The rich flavor of coconut makes this breakfast taste fancy. You’re the only one who will know just how simple it is to make!
If high protein breakfast recipes are your morning jam, you might also want to make a Banana Orange Protein Smoothie or some Chocolate Pumpkin Protein Balls.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Old fashioned rolled oats are the best kind of oats to use in overnight oats. Do not use quick oats to make overnight oats! They’ve been partially cooked already and tend to get mushy. Be sure to use certified gluten free oats to keep this recipe gluten free.
- Light coconut milk mixes better with oats than full fat coconut milk. That’s because it has a lower percentage of coconut cream, which is solid at room temperature. To substitute with full fat coconut milk, warm it gently in the microwave, just until the solid pieces melt.
- I recommend using unsweetened coconut flakes. They add a lovely crunchy texture and even more coconut flavor! To use sweetened coconut flakes, you’ll need to omit the maple syrup, then sweeten the oats to taste if they need it.
- Chia seeds add healthy fats and protein, plus they help to absorb some of the liquid and give the oats more texture! Chia seeds are usually kept in the baking aisle of most grocery stores. Otherwise, look for them in the cereal aisle.
Optional Ingredients
Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of any of the following ingredients to up the flavor level!
- Blueberries, fresh or frozen blueberries
- Chocolate chips
- Almonds, chopped or slivered
- Your favorite protein powder
If you like overnight oat recipes, there are tons of other flavors you can make! Try Apple Pie Overnight Oats or High Protein Overnight Oats.
How to Make Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk
This recipe is easy as can be! Make one at a time, or double, triple, or quadruple the recipe to make as many as you'd like to keep in the fridge.
- Measure out all the ingredients and add them to a pint-size mason jar (or similar size container).
- Stir ingredients together. Use a spoon to stir the ingredients, and really get in there to make sure everything is mixed well.
- Refrigerate until thick and cold. Cover the jar or container, and set it in the refrigerator. Overnight oats should sit for at least 6-8 hours to give the oats and chia seeds time to absorb the liquid and the flavors to meld together. This being said, you can make them up to 4 days ahead of time!
Don't want to wait overnight? Well, you don't have to! You can cook overnight oats in the microwave and have them ready to eat in under five minutes!
To Make It Faster:
- Microwave one serving at a time, uncovered, for 2 minutes on High.
- Allow it to sit for another 2 minutes.
- Stir and dig in!
Overnight Oats Recipe FAQ
You can make overnight oats up to 4 days in advance. Once it's prepared, store it covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, per USDA.
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Coconut Milk Overnight Oats
Equipment
- Wide Mouth Mason Jar or any other airtight container.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup light coconut milk
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 Tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
Optional Ingredients
- 2-3 Tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- 2-3 Tablespoons blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2-3 Tablespoons sliced or slivered almonds
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Instructions
- Add the oats, coconut milk, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and coconut flakes to a wide mouth mason jar or any other container with lid.
- Use a spoon to fully mix all the ingredients.
- Cover and set in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
- Store in the refrigerator until you're ready to eat it, up to 4 days in advance. It can be eaten chilled or warmed in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir the mixture again and enjoy!
Notes
- Microwave one serving at a time for 2 - 2.5 minutes on High.
- Allow it to sit for another 2 minutes.
- Stir and dig in!
- Use old fashioned rolled oats. Do not use quick oats to make overnight oats.
- Use certified gluten free oats (be sure to check the label!) to keep this recipe gluten free.
- Light coconut milk will mix better with oats than full fat coconut milk. If using full fat coconut milk, first warm it gently in the microwave, just until the solid pieces melt.
- I recommend unsweetened coconut flakes. If you use sweetened coconut flakes, leave out the maple syrup and sweeten to taste just before eating.
