Cherry Overnight Oats

5 from 1 vote

Treat yourself to this amazing cherry overnight oats recipe. It is easy and quick to whip up together and it becomes ultra creamy and unbelievably tasty the next morning. Great for meal-prep, 100% vegan + dairy-free and naturally gluten-free.

Prep Time10

Minimal chilling time4

Total Time4 10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, Vegan, vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 393kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

1 cup fresh or frozen cherries (about 16 cherries) pitted, plus more for serving
1 cup plant-based milk
1 tbsp almond butter
2 tbsp maple syrup or to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract or ¼ tsp almond extract
1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned style
1 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

If using fresh cherries, then start by pitting them. If using frozen cherries, then let them thaw slightly: overnight in the fridge or for a few hours at room temperature or warm up slightly in the microwave (don't let them get warm).
Then, transfer the cherries to a blender and add the milk, almond butter, sweetener, vanilla extract and sweetener. Blend until smooth or simply pulse to break up the fruit while leaving some pieces intact.
To a large glass storing container or jar, add the oats, chia seeds and then, pour the cherry milk over. Stir to combine and then seal. Transfer to the fridge and let it chill overnight (or at least 4 hours).
When ready to enjoy, check on consistency and adjust by adding more milk if needed (the longer it rests, the thicker it becomes). Divide in 2 serving jars or bowls and garnish with more cherries, if desired. You can also top with dark chocolate, chopped almonds, vegan whipped cream, etc. Enjoy!

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Notes

Storage: you can meal-prep a few of them ahead of time and keep them in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. It will get thicker over time, so you will likely have to add some extra milk after resting for a few days.
You can include extra pieces of cherries, although I recommend to let them sit over the overnight oats and only incorporate them when ready to eat. This will preserve the freshness of the fruit better.
Customization ideas include: cinnamon, vegan chocolate chips, vegan yogurt (add to the mixture or layer when serving), hemp seeds, etc. Check out the blog post for more ideas!
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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