Vanilla Fig Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
A make-ahead breakfast featuring creamy oats, vanilla, and fresh figs for effortless mornings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oat Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 4 fresh figs, sliced
09 - 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
11 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
12 - Additional honey or maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
02 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, allowing the oats to absorb the liquid and the mixture to thicken properly while flavors meld together.
03 - In the morning, stir the oat mixture. If the consistency is too thick, add a small splash of almond milk to reach your desired texture.
04 - Divide the prepared oat mixture evenly between two serving bowls.
05 - Arrange fresh fig slices, toasted walnuts, shredded coconut, and the extra chia seeds on top of each bowl. Drizzle with additional honey or maple syrup if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while chilled. No additional cooking required.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Breakfast is waiting for you before you even wipe the sleep from your eyes
- The vanilla and figs taste like dessert but pack your morning with real fuel
02 -
- The oats keep well for two days, so feel free to batch prep a few jars at once
- Room temperature figs taste more fragrant than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
- Toast your walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for three minutes, watching closely so they do not burn
- Use pure vanilla extract rather than imitation—it makes a noticeable difference in simple recipes