OVERNIGHT OATS with Greek Yogurt and MANGO
Today I present to you this recipe for a Breakfast with Oats, Milk, and Greek Yogurt, a sort of Porridge but without cooking that is prepared in no time, rich in energy and taste: the OVERNIGHT PORRIDGE OATS with Mango.
With a nice cup of this spoon dessert of Anglo-Saxon origin, you’ll be ready to face the challenges of the day whether it’s school, the office, or house chores.
For those who don’t know, Overnight Porridge is a variant of the classic Anglo-Saxon recipe that does not require cooking, perfect for those who have little time or do not want to cook. It is prepared in advance, preferably the night before, left in the fridge for a night, and is ready to be enjoyed upon waking, enriched with the topping of your choice.
It’s really easy to make: just mix the oats with milk or water, add a bit of Greek yogurt and flavor it as you like with vanilla, sweeten it with a bit of honey (or even nothing), and you’re done.
Once mixed, you don’t have to cook it; just place it in the fridge to rest for a few hours, preferably overnight (that’s why it’s called Overnight = all night).
Once it has rested, you only need to decide whether to layer it or not with the yogurt of your preferred taste and then garnish it with a Topping: there are endless delicious possibilities.
For today’s recipe, I created a first layer with the Porridge, a second with Vanilla Greek Yogurt, and finished by adding chopped Mango, Granola, and some toasted Pumpkin Seeds.
You’ll see how it will keep you full for a long time without weighing you down too much, and you’ll reach lunchtime without that annoying feeling of hunger.
And if during the day you feel peckish or want to treat yourself to this spoon dessert after dinner without feeling too guilty.
If you want more versions of Overnight Porridge Oats, check out these recipes
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: English
- Energy 249.09 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 39.83 (g) of which sugars 19.40 (g)
- Proteins 13.50 (g)
- Fat 6.10 (g) of which saturated 3.29 (g)of which unsaturated 2.34 (g)
- Fibers 5.68 (g)
- Sodium 143.86 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 150 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 1.8 oz oats
- 1/2 cup water (milk or plant-based drink)
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup optional)
- 3.5 oz Greek yogurt 0% fat
- 3.5 oz Greek yogurt 0% fat (vanilla)
- 2.8 oz mango
- muesli (or granola as desired)
- to taste pumpkin seeds (optional)
- dried coconut (for decoration)
- to taste almonds
Tools
- Bowl
- 2 Small bowls
Steps
In a bowl, mix together oats, honey, yogurt, and almond milk (or cow’s milk or another plant-based drink) until combined. Transfer the mixture into a single-serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
After resting and before consuming, finish the preparation. Pour the Vanilla Yogurt over the Oats layer, distribute it evenly, and level with the back of a spoon. Create a third layer by simply adding fresh Mango cut into pieces.
You can enjoy your uncooked Porridge as it is, or if you want to make it even more delicious, decorate it with Coconut Flakes, Granola, Almonds, and some toasted Pumpkin Seeds.
NOTES
WATER For an even creamier porridge, you can replace the water with an equal amount of cow’s milk or plant-based drink (soy, almond, oat, rice).
HONEY You can replace honey with maple syrup or sweetener for a light version.
VANILLA It’s amazing how a pinch of this essence can enhance the taste of your Porridge, but if you don’t like this spice, you can omit it.
OVERNIGHT REST: Let the oats rest in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to blend and the oats to soften to the perfect consistency.
MANGO: If you don’t particularly like its taste, you can replace it with any other type of fruit: blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, or other fruits.
STORAGE
The OVERNIGHT OATS with Mango can be prepared the night before for the next day, in fact, it will be even better. Once ready, it can be stored in the fridge in a closed container for up to 2 days.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How can I get the right consistency for the Oats?
To achieve the perfect consistency of oats, it’s all about the oats-to-liquid ratio. Generally, a 1:2 ratio works well. If the oats are too thick, add a bit more liquid, and if they are too runny, slightly reduce the amount of milk/water next time.
How can I balance the sweetness when adding fruit and topping to the Oats?
The Overnight Oats can be too sweet in some combinations (for example, with hazelnut or pistachio cream). Keep this in mind when deciding how to layer it and perhaps taste a spoonful before adding extra sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
Can I heat my Overnight Oats Porridge, or should it be eaten cold?
The Overnight Oats Porridge is traditionally eaten cold or at room temperature, but if you prefer it warm, you can heat it for a few seconds in the microwave.
