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Overnight oats are the perfect breakfast because you can make them within just a few minutes the evening, store them in the refrigerator overnight, and they’re ready to go in the morning!! This recipe for Sweet Almond Cherry Overnight Oats is absolutely scrumptious.
Nutritional benefits of overnight oats
These aren’t all the benefits, but a few of my favorite!
- Sprouted oats are better because the sprouting process significantly reduces the anti-nutrients in the oats as well as increases the availability of the vitamins and minerals. It also decreases the starch, which makes them lower glycemic. They are rich in fiber which feed the good bacteria in your microbiome. They also have magnesium and GABA which promote a calming effect on the body from the magnesium.
- Chia seeds are anti-inflammatory and rich in omega-3’s and fiber.
- Cherries are packed full of beneficial antioxidants and nutrients. They’re also delicious!
- Maple syrup is a natural sweetener (from the sap of maple trees) so it’s healthy and also rich in antioxidants and minerals such as manganese, riboflavin, and copper.
- Collagen accounts for about 30% off your body’s protein. It provides structure, support, and strength to your skin, hair, nails, muscles, joints, connective tissues, bones, and more. It’s super easy to implement in your diet from adding it to coffee, smoothies, oatmeal, and more.
Ingredients
Rolled oats – I recommend using sprouted oats for the most nutritional benefits. Sprouted oats are easier to digest!
Milk of choice
Chia seeds – This really helps thicken the overnight oats. You can omit them if you want, but I would decrease the milk a little if you choose to omit them.
Almond extract and vanilla extract – These add a lot of flavor! If you don’t have almond extract, then you can substitute it with more vanilla extract. It just won’t have a “sweet almond” flavor, but it’s still absolutely delicious.
Maple syrup – For sweetness. You can omit if you don’t want it. Or you can also sub with honey, date syrup, or coconut sugar.
Cherries – You can substitute your favorite fruit if you want.
Collagen – Or your favorite unflavored or vanilla protein powder. This adds protein to make it a more balanced meal, but you can omit it if you don’t have it.
Salt – For flavor.
How to make overnight oats
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- To serve: Stir it together just before eating, and top with whatever you would like such as shredded coconut, slivered almonds, almond butter, granola, etc.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Modifications
- Don’t have almond extract? You can substitute it with more vanilla extract. It just won’t have a “sweet almond” flavor.
- Substitute honey, date syrup, coconut sugar, or date sugar in place of the pure maple syrup – or omit the sweetener altogether!
Other recipes you’ll love
Strawberry Coconut baked Oatmeal
Cherry and Granola Yogurt Bowl
I hope you love these Sweet Almond Cherry Overnight Oats! Please be sure to leave a comment and rating if you try this recipe. I would love to know what you think!
PrintSweet Almond Cherry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
1 cup sprouted rolled oats
1 tsp chia seeds
3/4 cup milk of choice
1–2 Tbsp pure maple syrup, to preference
1/4 tsp pure almond extract
1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup cherries, pits and stems removed
2 Tbsp collagen or protein powder of choice (optional)
A couple pinches of salt
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- To serve: Stir it together just before eating, and top with whatever you would like such as shredded coconut, slivered almonds, almond butter, granola, etc.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
