BLUEBERRY OVERNIGHT OATS PORRIDGE
We’ve learned it by now, breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it gives us the right energy and strength to face the various tasks.
Today I present this recipe for an Oat Flakes, Milk, and Greek Yogurt Breakfast, a kind of Porridge that is prepared in no time, rich in energy and taste: BLUEBERRY OVERNIGHT OATS.
A good cup of this dessert of Anglo-Saxon origins and we’ll be ready to face the day’s challenges, whether in the office, at school, at home for household chores, or, for those who can afford it, to be tourists around towns and cities.
For those who don’t know, Overnight Porridge is a variant of the classic Anglo-Saxon recipe that doesn’t require cooking, perfect for those who have little time or don’t feel like cooking. It is prepared in advance, usually the night before, left in the fridge for a night, and upon waking, it’s ready to be enjoyed with the topping of your choice.
An extremely easy recipe: oat flakes are mixed with milk or water, Greek yogurt, flavored as desired with vanilla, and sweetened with honey. Once the mixture is combined, there’s no need to cook it, just place it in the fridge to rest for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
You can also watch the video within the recipe to follow each step, although I assure you it’s really easy and I’m sure you won’t need it.
Once ready, all you have to do is choose whether to layer it or not with your favorite yogurt, spreadable creams, and garnish it with the topping of your choice because there are endless delicious possibilities.
In today’s recipe, I created a first layer with the Porridge, a second of Blueberry Jam, a third layer of 0% fat Greek Yogurt Blueberry, and I simply finished by adding a few blueberries and a mint leaf, because often the simplest things are the best.
You’ll see how this uncooked Porridge cup will satisfy you without making you feel too heavy, for a long time, and you’ll reach lunch without that annoying sense of hunger.
And if during the day you feel a little hungry or even after dinner, you want to indulge in a dessert, this spoon dessert will be perfect.
So what are you waiting for, let’s start preparing it together!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: English
- Energy 205.10 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 40.88 (g) of which sugars 21.44 (g)
- Proteins 9.79 (g)
- Fat 1.51 (g) of which saturated 0.52 (g)of which unsaturated 0.95 (g)
- Fibers 3.85 (g)
- Sodium 142.98 (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
- 3/4 cup oat flakes
- 1/2 cup water (or vegetable milk or cow's milk)
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 4.2 oz Greek yogurt 0% fat
- 2 tbsp blueberry jam
- 1.8 oz blueberry Greek yogurt
- blueberries
- A few leaves mint
Tools
- Bowl
- 2 Small Cups
Steps
In a bowl, mix together oat flakes, honey, yogurt, and almond milk (or cow’s milk or other plant-based drinks) until combined. Transfer the mixture into a single-serving cup and place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
After the rest time and before consuming it, finish the preparation. Pour the Blueberry Jam over the Oat Flakes layer and spread it evenly. Create a third layer with the blueberry yogurt and level it with the back of a spoon.
You can enjoy your uncooked Porridge just this way by adding only a few fresh blueberries and a mint leaf on top, but if you want to make it super indulgent, melt 1 oz of milk chocolate in the microwave with 1 tsp of coconut oil and spread it evenly over the blueberry yogurt layer. Put it in the fridge to solidify for a few minutes. Decorate as desired with fresh blueberries and a mint leaf.
NOTES
WATER For an even creamier porridge, you can replace the water with an equal amount of cow’s milk or plant-based drinks (soy, almond, oat, rice).
HONEY You can replace honey with maple syrup or sweetener for a lighter version.
BLUEBERRIES: If you don’t particularly like their taste, you can replace them with any other type of fruit: blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, or other fruits.
VANILLA A pinch of this essence can improve 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 refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to blend and the oats to soften to the perfect consistency.
STORAGE
The OVERNIGHT OATS PORRIDGE with BLUEBERRIES can be prepared the night before for the next day, and it will be even better. Once ready, it can be stored in the fridge in a closed container for up to 2 days.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
How can I achieve the right consistency of Oat Flakes?
Getting the perfect consistency of oats is all about the oats-to-liquid ratio. Generally, a 1:2 ratio works well. If the oats are too thick, add a little more liquid; if they’re too runny, slightly reduce the amount of milk/water next time.
How can I balance the sweetness when adding fruit and topping to the Oat Flakes?
Overnight Oats might be too sweet in some combinations (e.g., 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?
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.
