As we enter the holiday season, entertaining often involves hosting overnight guests. That means that breakfast and other meals will be expected. Overnight oats are nutritious and easy options for any day of the week, making them a great breakfast for holiday guests.
As the name suggests, overnight oats are prepared the night before and then the flavors marinate with the oats for several hours, producing a rich and creamy breakfast in the morning. Oats are filling on their own, and “Matcha, Coconut and Cacao Overnight Oats” have the added benefit of green tea powder (matcha), which not only turns the dish into a festive green color, but also adds antioxidants, vitamins and an energy boost. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of “Rainbow Bowls” (Sourcebooks) by Niki Webster.
Matcha, Coconut and Cacao Overnight Oats Serves 1 5 tablespoons oats of your choice 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract 61⁄2 ounces plant-based milk, plus extra if needed 1⁄2 teaspoon matcha powder 2 tablespoons coconut yogurt 1 tablespoon cocoa nibs or dairy-free chocolate chips 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup Topping options: 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios Berries Seeds To make the overnight oats, add the oats, vanilla and milk to a mason jar or bowl and mix to combine. Cover and leave to soak overnight in the fridge.
Remove the oats from the fridge and stir in the matcha, yogurt, cacao nibs, and maple syrup.
Spoon into a bowl and add more plant-based milk to loosen if needed. Add toppings of your choice and enjoy.
