OVERNIGHT OATS BERRY 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 best face various tasks.
Today I present to you this recipe for a breakfast of Oat Flakes, Milk, and Greek Yogurt, a sort of Porridge that is prepared very quickly, full of energy and flavor the OVERNIGHT OATS with BERRIES.
A nice bowl of this Anglo-Saxon dessert and we will be ready to face the challenges of the day whether at work, school, home for housework, or, for those who can, touring towns and cities.
For those who don’t know, Overnight Porridge is a variant of the classic Anglo-Saxon recipe that requires no cooking, perfect for those who have little time or don’t want to cook. It is prepared in advance, usually the night before, left in the fridge overnight, and ready to enjoy with your preferred topping in the morning.
An extremely easy recipe: oats are mixed with milk or water, Greek yogurt, flavored to taste with vanilla and sweetened with honey. Once mixed, there is no need to cook it, simply place it in the fridge to rest for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Once ready, you just need to choose whether to layer it or not with your favorite yogurt, spreadable creams, and garnish it with the topping you prefer because there are endless delicious possibilities.
In today’s recipe, I created a first layer with Porridge, a second with 0% vanilla Greek yogurt mixed with fresh Blueberries and Raspberries, and simply added some crushed blueberries and raspberries because often simple things are the best.
You’ll see how this no-cook Porridge cup will fill you up, without weighing you down too much, for a long time and you’ll get to lunch without that annoying feeling of hunger.
And if during the day you get hungry or even want to treat yourself to a dessert after dinner, this spoon dessert will be perfect.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s start preparing it together!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 1-2
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: English
- Energy 187.30 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 34.35 (g) of which sugars 17.08 (g)
- Proteins 10.72 (g)
- Fat 2.25 (g) of which saturated 1.04 (g)of which unsaturated 0.62 (g)
- Fibers 4.31 (g)
- Sodium 140.55 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 5 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
- 1/2 cup oat flakes
- 1/2 cup water (or plant milk or cow milk)
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 120 g 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 70 g Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 1/2 oz berries
- berries
Tools
- Bowl
- 2 Small bowls
Steps
In a bowl, mix oat flakes, honey, yogurt, and almond milk (or cow or other plant milk) until combined. Transfer the mixture into a single-serving bowl and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
After resting and before consuming, finish the preparation. Mash the Raspberries (or Blackberries) with a fork and add them along with the blueberries to the yogurt, stirring until combined. Pour everything over the oat layer and smooth with the back of a spoon.
You can consume your no-cook Porridge as is by adding just a few more Berries on top, but if you want to make it super delicious, melt 1 oz of milk chocolate in the microwave with 1 tsp of coconut oil and spread it evenly over the yogurt and strawberries layer. Place in the fridge to solidify for a few minutes. Decorate as you like with blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries and a mint leaf.
NOTES
WATER To have an even creamier porridge, you can replace the water with the same amount of cow milk or plant beverage (soy, almond, oat, rice).
HONEY You can replace honey with maple syrup or sweetener for a light version.
BERRIES: You can use Berries or if you don’t particularly like them, you can replace them with any other type of fruit: peaches, apricots, or other fruits.
VANILLA It’s amazing how 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 fridge for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the oats to soften to the perfect consistency.
STORAGE
The OVERNIGHT OATS Porridge with Berries 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.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How can I achieve the right consistency for the Oat Flakes?
Achieving the perfect consistency of oats is all about the oat/liquid ratio. In general, a 1:2 ratio works well. If the oats are too thick, add a bit more liquid, and if they are too thin, 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 can be too sweet with certain pairings (e.g., with hazelnut or pistachio cream). Keep this in mind when deciding how to layer it and consider tasting a spoonful before adding extra sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
Can I heat my Overnight Oats or should it be eaten cold?
Overnight Oats are traditionally eaten cold or at room temperature, but if you prefer it warm, you can heat it for a few seconds in the microwave.
