OVERNIGHT OATS with WALNUTS
We’ve learned it by now, breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it gives us the right boost and the necessary strength to better tackle various tasks.
Today I present to you this recipe for a Breakfast with Oat Flakes, Milk, and Greek Yogurt, a sort of Porridge that can be prepared in no time, full of energy and taste, the OVERNIGHT OATS with Walnuts and Honey.
A nice cup of this Anglo-Saxon dessert and we’ll be ready to face the challenges of the day whether in the office, at school, at home for household chores, or, for those who can, to tour villages and cities.
For those who are not familiar, Overnight Porridge is a variation of the classic Anglo-Saxon recipe that does not require cooking, perfect for those with little time or who don’t feel like cooking. It is prepared in advance, usually the night before, left in the fridge overnight, and ready to be enjoyed with the topping of your choice upon waking.
An incredibly easy recipe: oat flakes are mixed with milk or water, Greek yogurt, flavored to taste with vanilla, and sweetened with honey. Once the mixture is combined, there is no need to cook it, simply store 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 is 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 yogurt of your preferred taste, spreadable creams, and garnish it with the Topping of your choice because there are countless delicious possibilities.
In today’s recipe, I created a first layer with the Porridge, then sprinkled a little finely chopped walnuts on top, added a layer of 0% Vanilla Greek yogurt, and simply finished by adding some Walnut pieces and a few drops of Honey because often the simplest things are the best.
You will see how this no-cook Porridge cup will satisfy you, 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 feel peckish or even want to treat yourself to a dessert in the evening after dinner, this spoon dessert will be perfect.
What are you waiting for, let’s start preparing it together!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: English
- Energy 315.38 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 29.24 (g) of which sugars 12.32 (g)
- Proteins 15.36 (g)
- Fat 16.28 (g) of which saturated 0.11 (g)of which unsaturated 1.03 (g)
- Fibers 4.46 (g)
- Sodium 162.92 (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
- 1/2 cup oat flakes
- 1/2 cup almond milk (water, cow's milk or plant-based drink)
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 4 oz 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 3/4 oz walnuts (finely ground or walnut flour)
- 4 oz 0% fat Greek yogurt (vanilla)
- 1 oz walnuts (roughly chopped)
- walnuts (to taste)
- honey (optional)
Tools
- Bowl
- 2 Bowls
Steps
In a bowl, mix together oat flakes, honey, yogurt, and almond milk (or cow’s milk or other plant-based drink) until combined. Transfer the mixture into a single-serving bowl and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
After resting, finish the preparation before consuming. Place 1 oz of walnuts in a mixer and grind them into powder (alternatively you can use walnut flour). Sprinkle a tablespoon over the Porridge layer. Put the vanilla yogurt in a bowl and add the remaining walnuts (1 oz) cut into pieces, mix to combine. Pour everything over the walnut powder and level with the back of a spoon.
You can enjoy your no-cook Porridge like this by just adding a few more pieces of Walnut on top, but if you want to make it even better, add a few drops of Honey. Enjoy your breakfast!
NOTES
WATER For an even creamier porridge, you can replace water with an equal amount of cow’s milk or a plant-based drink (soy, almond, oat, rice).
HONEY You can replace honey with maple syrup or a 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 refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to blend and the oats to soften to the perfect consistency.
WALNUTS: If you don’t particularly like the taste or are allergic, you can replace them with other nuts like almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, or peanuts.
STORAGE
The OVERNIGHT OATS with Walnuts and Honey 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 achieve the right consistency of Oat Flakes?
Getting the perfect oat consistency is all about the oat/liquid ratio. Generally, a 1:2 ratio works well. If the oats are too thick, add a little more liquid; otherwise, if it’s too liquid, slightly reduce the amount of milk/water next time.
How can I balance the sweetness when adding fruit and toppings to Oat Flakes?
Overnight Oats might end up too sweet with certain combinations (e.g., with hazelnut or pistachio cream). Keep this in mind when deciding how to layer it, and taste a spoonful before adding extra sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
Can I heat my Overnight Oats, or should it be eaten cold?
The Overnight Oats are traditionally consumed cold or at room temperature, but if you prefer it warm, you can heat it for a few seconds in the microwave.
