How to Make Overnight Oats: Coconut Blueberry & Mocha

Overnight oats are such an easy and nutritious way to start your day. When I was caring for my Mom before she passed away I made overnight oats for her every evening, the coconut blueberry recipe I share here was her absolute favorite. I also love to make these when we are out sailing and spending the night on the water – perfect for camping/road trips too! The recipes here make 1 serving each but I also multiply this recipe by 4 when I am making a larger batch for my family for the week.

Coconut Blueberry

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 3/4 cup coconut milk, unsweetened (I like to use the brand So Delicious) – if coconut isn’t your thing you can use any liquid you want… almond milk, cows milk, water, oat milk, etc.
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• Agave sweetener (optional but highly recommended)
• Fresh blueberries (or any fruit of your preference)
• If you want to make a serving for four in a large glass bowl add: 2 cups overnight oats, 3 cups milk, 4 teaspoons chia seeds.

Step One: In a small breakfast bowl or glass jar add the oats, coconut milk, and chia seeds and stir. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 8 hours.

Step Two: When you are ready to eat your overnight oats, uncover and drizzle with agave sweetener (maple syrup is delicious too) and top with fresh berries. Enjoy!

Note: I prefer eat my overnight oats warm so I pop the bowl in the microwave for ~ 30 seconds before adding my berries.

Mocha

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup milk, I like to use oat milk or cows milk in this recipe
• 1/4 cup cooled coffee
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cocoa powder
• Cocoa nibs (optional)
• Walnuts, chopped (optional)
• If you want to make a serving for four in a large glass bowl add: 2 cups overnight oats, 2 cups milk, 1 cup cooled coffee, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 4 teaspoons vanilla and chia seeds, and 6 teaspoons cocoa powder.

Step One: In a small breakfast bowl or glass jar add the oats, milk, coffee, maple syrup, vanilla, chia seeds and cocoa powder and stir. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 8 hours.

Step Two: When you are ready to eat your overnight oats, uncover and add cocoa nibs and walnuts (optional) and enjoy!

Note: Again, I like to serve my overnight oats warm so I put the bowl in the microwave for ~30 seconds before I add the walnuts and cocoa nibs.

Making your overnight oats in a glass jar is really helpful if you need to get out the door in the morning or if you are serving these while camping/sailing/on the road.