Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious breakfast that you can easily make the night before to enjoy in the morning? Look no further than this tasty Berry Overnight Oats recipe! Not only is it simple to prepare, but it’s a great way to enjoy all of the great health benefits of oats – they are naturally high in dietary fiber, proteins, vitamins and minerals. As an added bonus, each serving packs in plenty of sweetness thanks to fresh berries. Enjoy this healthy meal as part of your regular breakfast routine. Keep reading to find out how easy it is to make your own berry overnight oats at home!
Recipe
OVERNIGHT OATS
1 cup dry gluten free steel-cut oats
8 to 10 medium dates, pitted
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
SAUCE
2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
TOPPINGS
1 banana, peeled and sliced
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 Tbsp raisins
2 Tbsp sliced almonds
1 Tbsp pumpkin seeds
1 tsp chia seeds
How to Prepare
Combine oats, dates, and 2-1/2 cups of water in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight. If using frozen strawberries and raspberries for sauce, thaw fruit in the refrigerator overnight.
In the morning, transfer oats mixture to a saucepan. Bring to boiling over medium heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until oats are tender and the water has been cooked off. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Set aside.
In a blender combine fresh (or thawed frozen) strawberries and raspberries. Blend into a sauce.
To serve, divide oatmeal between two bowls. Top with enough berry sauce to cover oatmeal. Arrange fresh fruit on top. Garnish with almonds and seeds.
