What is the best fruit to put in overnight oats?

This totally depends on you! Any fruit can be put in an overnight oats recipe if you ask me.

Are overnight oats still healthy?

Overnight oats are a nourishing breakfast option. They provide a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. If you add healthy ingredients such as fruits, nuts, and seeds, you can further enhance the nutritional value.

Can you put fruit in overnight oats overnight?

Absolutely! Just like any other fruit, mangoes are a delicious addition to overnight oats. They add natural sweetness and a tropical flavor that pairs perfectly with creamy oats. However, some fruits, like bananas, may become softer overnight, so consider adding them just before serving for a firmer texture.

What not to add in overnight oats?

Toppings and fruits that will brown quickly are better added right before serving. Also, steel-cut oats are not a good option to add to overnight oats as they will not soften.

Mango Overnight Oats (without chia seeds) |The Green Creator

Description

These tropical easy 15-minute overnight oats without chia seeds are infused with mango, lime, cardamom, and coconut milk for a creamy consistency. Super creamy, vegan, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep!

Ingredients

Scale

For the mango puree:

1 cup mango (frozen or fresh), peeled and diced
1 cup (230 ml) unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
¼ cup (60 ml) water
1–2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional for added sweetness)
1 lime (juice)
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 drops vanilla extract

For the oatmeal:

1 cup (90 gr) rolled oats
¼ cup mango (thawed if frozen or fresh), peeled and diced
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds

Topping suggestions: coconut yogurt, chopped pistachios, shredded coconut, hemp hearts, cacao nibs.

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Instructions

BLEND
To a blender, add the (frozen) mango, coconut milk, water, lime juice, maple syrup, ground cardamom, vanilla, and salt. Blend on high for about 30 seconds to a minute until you have a smooth and thick mango puree.
COMBINE
Pour the mango puree into the bowl and stir in the rolled oats and ground flax seeds.
Store & Serve
Let sit for at least 1-2 hours or overnight covered in the fridge to allow the oats to soften and absorb the flavors.
Before serving, you may want to give the oats a good stir. Transfer the oatmeal to small bowls or jars. If the mixture is too thick, add a coconut milk splash to achieve your desired consistency.
Serve with chopped mango, top with any toppings you like, and enjoy cold, at room temperature, or warmed up on the stove. Any left-overs can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days (depending on the freshness of the mango).

Equipment

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Notes

Use freshly ground flax seeds for the best flavor and texture.
Plant-based milk: To replace coconut milk, use creamy milk, such as soy, hemp, or oat milk.
Protein: To boost the protein in this recipe, add a scoop of protein powder and a few extra tablespoons of milk. Skip the maple syrup if your protein powder is sweetened.
Sweetness: feel free to adjust the sweetness of this recipe by using more maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2
Calories: 624 gr
Sugar: 45 gr
Sodium: 0.6 gr
Fat: 15 gr
Carbohydrates: 105 gr
Fiber: 18 gr
Protein: 19 gr