PEANUT BUTTER OVERNIGHT OATS
It’s well-known and nutritionists remind us daily that breakfast is the most important meal of the day: it gives us the right energy and strength to face the day’s tasks.
Today, I present you this recipe for a Breakfast based on Oats Flakes, Almond Milk (or cow’s milk or another plant-based drink) and Greek yogurt sweetened with Honey and made even more delicious with a Peanut Butter topping. A sort of Porridge that is prepared in no time, rich in energy and flavor.
For those who don’t know, Overnight Porridge is a variant of the classic Anglo-Saxon recipe that does not require cooking, perfect for summer, prepared in advance and after resting in the refrigerator, it is ready to be enjoyed with your favorite topping.
A nice bowl of this spoon dessert will give you the right boost, and you’ll be ready for any daily challenge, whether it’s a day at the office, a morning at school, the usual tiring housework, or, for those who can afford it, a trip through villages and cities.
The recipe is very easy; the Oats Flakes are mixed with water and yogurt, sweetened to taste with honey or maple syrup. A quick stir to combine everything, then into the fridge for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
You can also watch the video within the recipe to follow each step, though I assure you it’s really simple, and I’m almost certain you won’t need it.
It’s already good as it is, but to make it even more delicious, before consuming, top your Overnight Peanut Butter Porridge with a layer of Peanut Butter and toasted hazelnuts or banana slices or other dried fruits.
You’ll see how this simple breakfast will satiate you, without weighing you down, keeping you full until lunchtime without that annoying hunger pang.
So why wait, let’s start preparing it together!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 1
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: English
- Energy 549.50 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 63.33 (g) of which sugars 25.56 (g)
- Proteins 26.60 (g)
- Fat 25.47 (g) of which saturated 3.15 (g)of which unsaturated 20.81 (g)
- Fibers 9.94 (g)
- Sodium 424.60 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 250 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 (or cow's milk or another plant-based drink)
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup or sweetener)
- 5.3 oz non-fat Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
- 0.7 oz peanut butter
- toasted hazelnuts (or peanuts)
Tools
- 1 Bowl
Steps
In a bowl, mix together oat flakes, honey, yogurt, and almond milk (or cow’s milk or another plant-based drink) until combined. Transfer the mixture to a single-serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Before consuming, melt the peanut butter in the microwave for a few seconds and spread a layer on the Porridge. Let it solidify in the refrigerator for 5 minutes. Decorate as you wish with toasted hazelnuts or salted peanuts for a greater contrast. Enjoy your breakfast!
NOTES
MILK You can substitute Almond milk with any other plant-based drink (just make sure it has no added sugars) or regular Cow’s Milk.
HONEY You can replace honey with maple syrup or sweetener (for a light version).
VARIATIONS You can flavor the Porridge by adding a pinch of cinnamon powder or vanilla bean seeds to the mixture.
COOKING This recipe does not require cooking, it is a different version of Porridge that needs prolonged refrigeration. However, if you’re in a hurry to eat it or forgot to prepare it the night before for breakfast, you can choose to make it the traditional way. In this case, you will need to pour the oat flakes and milk into a saucepan and cook on low heat, stirring for a couple of minutes. Then add the honey and cinnamon, continue stirring and finish cooking for another 2 minutes or so. When the oat flakes mixture is cooked, let it cool. Then transfer it to a bowl, add the yogurt, and mix. Garnish as desired with a layer of Peanut Butter, and you’re ready to enjoy your Overnight Peanut Butter Porridge.
STORAGE
The Overnight Peanut Butter Porridge with Oat Flakes and Yogurt can (and should) be prepared the night before for the next day. Once ready, it can be stored in the fridge in a closed container for up to 2 days.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
What does overnight porridge mean?
Unlike the preparation of classic oat porridge, which is cooked in a saucepan with milk, this is made without cooking. It must be prepared in advance because the base mixture needs to rest overnight in the refrigerator (overnight in English means “for a night”).
Why eat porridge in the morning?
Porridge, a preparation based on cereals, typically oats, cooked slowly in water or milk, is a food rich in fibers, proteins, and complex carbohydrates, which release energy gradually throughout the morning.
