Introducing Blended Strawberry Overnight Oats – a delightful twist on classic overnight oats, offering a creamy and pudding-like texture. This recipe is not only vegan and gluten-free but also incredibly quick to prepare, making it a scrumptious breakfast option that tastes like dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Blended Strawberry Overnight Oats are a breeze to whip up!
- With their smooth and creamy consistency, they’re akin to enjoying pudding for breakfast.
- Indulge in the satisfaction of having dessert flavors first thing in the morning!
- If you’re a fan of smoothies, you’ll adore this unique take on oats.
- Made with oat flour or blended rolled oats, offering versatility in flavor.
- Customize them to your heart’s content with a variety of flavors.
- Perfect for meal prep, ensuring a hassle-free breakfast all week long.
- They’re entirely plant-based, vegan, and dairy-free.
Tips And Tricks:
- Blend the ingredients on high speed for 30-60 seconds until you achieve a smooth and creamy mixture. For optimal blending, consider using a smaller blender like the Nutribullet or Beast Health Blender. If using a larger blender, pause occasionally to scrape down the sides for thorough blending.
- For same-day enjoyment, pop the blended oats in the freezer for about 20 minutes until they firm up.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- How long do these oats last? Stored in an airtight container, they’ll stay fresh for up to three days.
- Can I freeze them? Yes, you can freeze them, but remember to thaw them for 30 minutes before indulging.
- Can I bake them? Certainly! Just add a pinch of baking powder and either an egg or banana for moisture, then bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Can I microwave them? Absolutely! Microwave for 20-30 seconds to warm them up, or for 60-90 seconds for a more cake-like consistency.
Blended Strawberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Blended Oats:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup almond milk or any other milk/nut milk alternative
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 tbsp ground flax
- 1 tbsp cashew or almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Toppings:
- 1/4 cup non-dairy yogurt
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries crushed
Instructions
- In a blender, combine all ingredients except for the yogurt and freeze-dried strawberries.
- Blend for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the blended oats into a bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or freeze for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Once firm, spread yogurt on top and sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Enjoy!
Notes
- Blend ingredients on high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Consider using a smaller blender for optimal blending.
- For same-day enjoyment, freeze the blended oats for about 20 minutes until firm.