Description
Experience the cozy, nostalgic warmth of freshly baked holiday cookies in a nutritious breakfast bowl. These Gingerbread Overnight Oats are the ultimate make-ahead meal for busy mornings. Infused with rich molasses, warming ginger, cinnamon, and a hint of cloves, every spoonful tastes like a festive treat while fueling your body with wholesome oats and fiber. Simply stir everything together, let it chill, and wake up to a delicious, dessert-inspired breakfast ready to grab and go.
Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats
2/3 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
In your glass jar, combine the rolled oats and chia seeds and give them a quick shake.
Add the almond milk, molasses, vanilla extract, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves to the jar.
Stir the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds to ensure the molasses is fully dissolved.
Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
Before serving, stir the oats and add a splash of extra milk if needed for desired consistency.
Serve cold or warm in the microwave for 45 seconds.
Notes
Storage: Keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Substitutions: Use oat or soy milk for a nut-free version.
Texture: Top with toasted walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
Protein: Stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Recipes
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg