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    Home » Recipes » Sweet Breakfast

    Published: Feb 19, 2020 · Modified: Aug 8, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Almond Joy Overnight Oats

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    These hearty Almond Joy Overnight Oats make you feel like you're eating dessert, but they're quite healthy. 

    Almond Joy Overnight Oats in a mason jar.

    If you struggle to make breakfast in the morning because life is so hectic, this Almond Joy Overnight Oats recipe is for you. It takes about 5 minutes to put together, so it could not be any easier.

    These vegan overnight oats taste like dessert, but they're quite healthy. The kids will love them for breakfast or as a snack.

    Another breakfast that tastes like dessert is my Mint Hot Chocolate Overnight Oats.

    If you love almonds, another easy breakfast with almonds is my Almond Milk Chia Seed Pudding. You might also like my Vegan Almond Butter Cups.

    This healthy breakfast is great for kids of all ages! A recipe using steel-cut oats is my Maple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🥣 Other Overnight Oats Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is sweet and chocolaty.
    • It is perfect for busy mornings.
    • It is simple and easy to make.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Gluten-free rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats work best for overnight oats. They get soft enough while not being too mushy.
    • Cacao powder: Adds a rich chocolaty flavor. You could also use cocoa powder.
    • Maple syrup: I used maple syrup because it is one of my favorite sweeteners. You could also use agave syrup, dates, brown sugar, white sugar, or a sugar-free sweetener.
    • Almond milk or coconut milk: I like almond milk and coconut milk because they are rich and creamy. You can use whatever dairy-free milk you like.
    • Salt: To enhance the flavors and bring out the sweetness of the maple syrup.
    • Chocolate chips: Adds more sweet rich chocolaty goodness. For a healthier version, you could use cacao nibs.
    • Sliced almonds: For some crunch and nutty almond flavor.
    • Coconut chips and shredded coconut: For coconut flavor and crunch. You could use both or just one.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Almond butter
    • Vegan yogurt
    • Coconut milk
    • Chia seeds
    • Cacao nibs
    • Vanilla extract
    • Almond extract
    • Protein powder
    • Granola
    • Hemp seeds
    • Flax seeds

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    🔪 Instructions

    Ingredients in a mason. jar before sitting overnight.

    Step 1: Add ingredients to a mason jar. Stir well. Let sit overnight in the refrigerator.

    Toppings added to the overnight oats after sitting all night.

    Step 2: In the morning add toppings.

    Almond Joy Overnight Oats bird's eye view.

    💭 Tips

    • You may want more liquid than I've listed. Start with the amount shown and check the consistency in the morning to see if you want more after it's been absorbed.
    • If you use coconut milk you may want more liquid because it will make the oats thick and dense.
    • Add the coconut chips, slivered almonds, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut right before you eat it so that they don't absorb the liquid.
    • Feel free to substitute the sweetener of your choice - agave syrup, brown sugar, or sugar would also work well.
    • Add chia seeds and almond butter for some fiber and protein.
    • You can eat this hot or cold. If you prefer hot overnight oatmeal, throw it in the microwave before adding the toppings.

    🍽 Serving

    You can eat these overnight oats straight from the fridge or heat them up if you wish. To heat them, remove the lid and microwave at 30 second intervals until warmed to your liking.

    Chocolate, Almond and Coconut Overnight Oats close up.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How Long Do Overnight Oats Need to Soak?

    Place the overnight oats in the fridge for a minimum of 3-4 hours up to 72 hours.

    Do instant oats work for overnight oats?

    I personally would not use instant oats. They will end up being a mushy, pasty texture. My favorite oats to use is gluten-free rolled oats.
    I also like quick-cooking steel-cut oats. They have a bit more texture than rolled oats.

    🥣 Other Overnight Oats Recipes

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      Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds
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    • Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats in a jar.
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    If you tried this Almond Joy Overnight Oats Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

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    Almond Joy Overnight Oats

    These hearty Almond Joy Overnight Oats make you feel like you're eating dessert, but they're quite healthy. 
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 2
    Calories 220kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
    • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
    • 1 tablespoon cacao powder
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • Pinch salt
    • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
    • 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
    • 1 tablespoon coconut chips
    • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

    Instructions

    • Place rolled oats, almond milk, cacao powder, maple syrup, and salt in a mason jar. Stir well. Let sit overnight in the fridge.
    • Top oats with chocolate chips, sliced almonds, coconut chips, and shredded coconut.

    Notes

    These overnight oats will last up to 3 days in the fridge.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1.5mg

    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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