I have a confession to make. I don’t like to eat fruit. However, I like anything made with fruits – desserts, salads, and just about anything. Eating fruit as part of overnight oats is the only way I will eat fruit for breakfast. So here is a quick and easy recipe for Blueberry Overnight oats.
- Do I need to soak the oats overnight for this recipe?
- Ingredients to make Blueberry Overnight Oats recipe
- How to make Blueberry Overnight Oats: Step-wise guide
- Recipe tips to make Blueberry Overnight Oats
- FAQs- Overnight Oats recipe
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- Recipe Card – Blueberry Overnight oats
Do I need to soak the oats overnight for this recipe?
Yes, soaking the oats in liquid overnight naturally softens them and eliminates the step of cooking them! It’s great for meal prep, where you can prepare a few jars and eat them for the next 3-4 days. The chia seeds in the compote naturally thicken it. It’s almost like eating blueberry jam with overnight oats. Honestly, I sometimes make smaller portions of this healthy vegan Blueberry overnight Oats and eat it as dessert/snack in the middle of the day.
Ingredients to make Blueberry Overnight Oats recipe
Ingredients for the Blueberry Compote
- 2 cups Fresh or Frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple or Agave syrup
- Pinch of salt
Ingredients for the Overnight Oats
- 1 cup rolled Oats (not quick cooking)
- 1 ¾ cup almond or any other dairy-free milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple or Agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Extra blueberries and chopped nuts for garnish. (Optional)
How to make Blueberry Overnight Oats: Step-wise guide
Follow these steps to create this blueberry overnight oats recipe:
- In a saucepan combine blueberries, lemon juice, maple or agave syrup, and salt.
- Stir to combine and bring to a boil stirring occasionally on medium heat.
- Break up some of the blueberries with the back of the ladle that you are using to stir. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens a bit about 5-6 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the chia seeds. Cool completely. The compote will thicken considerably.
- In a bowl combine oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple/agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
- In separate glass jars, (6 small or 3 large) distribute the compote. Ladle the oats mixture on top. Cover the glass jars and put them in the fridge for a minimum of 8 hours. They are good to eat after 8 hours or will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- When ready to eat, top with additional berries and chopped nuts as desired.
Recipe tips to make Blueberry Overnight Oats
Follow these tips to make the best version of this blueberry overnight oats recipe
- You can use a variety of fruits to make this recipe. Berries like strawberries and raspberries would be great to make the compote.
- Use granola or any other nuts or seeds for garnish variation.
- Drizzle additional maple or agave syrup on top if you desire additional sweetness.
FAQs- Overnight Oats recipe
This recipe is Vegan and Gluten- free. Just make sure that the oats you are using are Gluten- free.
In my experience, rolled oats (old fashioned) work best and provide the best texture in the overnight oats recipe. If not available to you, you can use quick-cooking oats but definitely not steel cut oats. Steel cut oats need to be cooked to soften adequately.
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Recipe Card – Blueberry Overnight oats
Easy Blueberry Overnight Oats Recipe to Start Your Day Right
Learn how to make delicious blueberry overnight oats with my step-by-step recipe. This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to prepare a nutritious breakfast using fresh or frozen blueberries, chia seeds, lemon juice, maple or agave syrup, and a pinch of salt. No cooking required, just a simple process to soak the oats overnight and wake up to a flavorful and satisfying meal. Dive into the stepwise instructions and enjoy the goodness of blueberry overnight oats in the simplest way possible.
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minutesIngredients
For the blueberry compote:
2 cups Fresh or Frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon Chia seeds
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Maple or Agave syrup
Pinch of salt
- For overnight oats and assembly:
1 cup Rolled Oats (not quick cooking)
1 ¾ cup Almond or any other dairy free milk
1 tablespoon Chia seeds
1 tablespoon Maple or Agave syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Extra blueberries and chopped nuts for garnish. (Optional)
Method
- In a saucepan combine blueberries, lemon juice, maple or agave syrup, and salt. Stir to combine and bring to a boil stirring occasionally on medium heat. Break up some of the blueberries with the back of the ladle that you are using to stir. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens a bit about 5-6 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the chia seeds. Cool completely. The compote will thicken considerably.
- In a bowl combine oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple/agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
- In separate glass jars, (6 small or 3 large) distribute the compote. Ladle the oats mixture on top. Cover the glass jars and put them in the fridge for a minimum of 8 hours. They are good to eat after 8 hours or will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- When ready to eat, top with additional berries and chopped nuts as desired.
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Tips:
- Use granola or any other nuts or seeds for garnish variation.
- Instead of blueberries use any other berries to make the compote.
- Drizzle additional maple or agave syrup on top if you desire additional sweetness.
