Maple Cinnamon Pecan Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats infused with maple syrup and warm cinnamon, topped with crunchy pecans for a wholesome make-ahead breakfast.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup for drizzling
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - Fresh fruit (optional, sliced banana or berries)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Cover the mixture tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. If mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
04 - Top with chopped pecans, drizzle with extra maple syrup, sprinkle with additional cinnamon, and add fresh fruit if desired.
05 - Enjoy chilled. Oats can be divided into individual jars for convenient grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Mornings become instantly less chaotic when breakfast is waiting for you in the fridge
- The combination of maple and cinnamon creates this cozy, bakery-like flavor that feels indulgent but starts your day on a wholesome note
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- The texture thickens significantly overnight, so what seems like too much liquid initially will be perfect by morning
- Toasted pecans make a huge difference. Two minutes in a dry skillet transforms them completely
03 -
- Use a wide-mouth jar if meal prepping. It makes stirring much easier in the morning
- Taste before refrigerating. Everyone prefers different sweetness levels, and it's easier to adjust now