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7 Overnight Oats Recipes for a Quick (But Healthy) Breakfast

7 Overnight Oats Recipes for a Quick (But Healthy) Breakfast

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Between waking up (which is a Herculean task on its own), picking the right outfit, and getting to work on time, mornings can be the most stressful time of the day. So much so that nearly one-quarter of Americans skip breakfast daily(1) to catch up on their to-do list. But the truth is you can have breakfast even if you're time-pressed. Enter overnight oats!

This underrated meal takes almost zero time to make and can be prepped ahead of time. That means you don't have to spend precious morning time to make it. It's also customizable, which means you can add anything you want to it, from fruit to nut butter. And the best part? It's packed with energy-boosting nutrients (from fiber to antioxidants) for a healthy start to your day. So, if you want to reclaim breakfast, these seven overnight oats recipes will save you some serious time in the morning.

1. Blueberry Overnight Oats

When it comes to breakfast, few fruits can do the (nutritional) trick quite like blueberries. The sweet fruit pairs great with oats and is an excellent energy booster. Almond butter also makes the oats extra creamy. But feel free to top the treat with some chopped walnuts for a munch with a crunch.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup freeze dried blueberries
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp walnuts, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Add all the ingredients (except for the walnuts) to a mason jar and stir to combine. Top with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
  2. The next day, top with the nuts and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

2. Strawberry Overnight Oats

Strawberries taste great on their own. But, in this overnight oats recipe, the berry gets even tastier when paired with Greek yogurt, vanilla, and a few tablespoons of crunchy almonds.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup kefir or Greek yogurt or alternative milk yogurt
  • 1/2 cup organic crunchy strawberries
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp almonds, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Add all the ingredients (except almonds) to a mason jar and stir to combine. Top with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
  2. The next day, top with the almonds and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

3. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Apple and cinnamon is a combo that always delivers. But when you add oats and molasses to the mix, you're guaranteed to get flavor fireworks. Ready to kick your fall breakfast menu up a notch?

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup freeze dried apples
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tsp chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Add all the ingredients to a mason jar and stir to combine. Top with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
  2. The next day, top with the chocolate chips and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

4. Banana Tahini Overnight Oats

Banana makes a new "best friend" in this overnight oats recipe, swapping peanut butter with tahini. The tasty duo complements oats equally, and all the ingredients together make for a healthy but delicious breakfast meal.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup freeze dried bananas
  • 4 tbsp tahini
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Add the bananas and 1/2 cup of warm water to a bowl and soak for 15 minutes. Squeeze away excess liquid and transfer to a mason jar.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients (except for the chocolate chips), stir to combine, and top with a lid. Place in the fridge overnight.
  3. The next day, top with the chocolate chips and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

5. Mango Turmeric Overnight Oats

Adding turmeric to your overnight oats is a quick and easy way to sneak some much-needed nutrients into your body first thing in the morning, whether it's fiber or antioxidants. Mango also makes the treat extra sweet without sugar.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup milk or an alternative milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 2 tbsp kefir or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup freeze dried mangoes
  • 1 tbsp nut butter or ground flaxseed
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tsp coconut flakes

Instructions:

  1. Add the mangoes and one cup of warm water to a bowl. Soak for 15 minutes. Squeeze away excess liquid and transfer to a mason jar.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients (except for the coconut flakes) and top with a lid. Place in the fridge overnight.
  3. The next day, top with the coconut flakes and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

6. Cherry Chocolate Overnight Oats

Your favorite German cake flavors now in a comforting oats package! Accompanied by kirsch-drunk cherries and crunchy chocolate chips, this breakfast treat is perfect for those days when you want to treat yourself but have zero time.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup milk or an alternative milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 1/3 cup freeze dried cherries
  • 1/3 cup cherry brandy
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips (plus 1 tsp)
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Add the cherries and brandy to a small bowl and soak for 15 minutes.
  2. Remove the cherries from the bowl, squeeze away as much brandy as possible, and transfer to a mason jar. Add the remaining ingredients (except for one teaspoon of chocolate chips) and combine. Top with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
  3. The next day, top with a teaspoon of chocolate chips and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

7. Peach Overnight Oats

Featuring summer's juiciest fruit, this overnight oats recipe can brighten up any gloomy winter morning. The treat can also be more decadent (if that's possible!) with the addition of crunchy granola or chopped nuts.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk or an alternative milk
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup freeze dried peach dices
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 2 tbsp kefir or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Granola and nuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Add all the ingredients (except the granola and nuts) to a large mason jar and combine. Top with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
  2. The next day, top with preferred toppings (granola or chopped nuts) and enjoy. If you prefer warm oats, microwave for one minute or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

Which of these overnight oats recipes would you like to wake up to? Let us know in the comment section down below!

References:

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4881002/
  2. https://aseasyasapplepie.com/simple-blueberry-overnight-oats/#recipe
  3. https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/strawberry-shortcake-overnight-oats
  4. https://www.jaroflemons.com/apple-cinnamon-overnight-oats/e
  5. https://www.punchfork.com/recipe/Overnight-Oats-with-Banana-Maple-Syrup-and-Tahini-Bon-Appetit
  6. https://www.flavourandsavour.com/mango-turmeric-overnight-oats-with-kefir/#recipe
  7. https://theprettybee.com/chocolate-cherry-overnight-oats/
  8. https://mykidslickthebowl.com/peach-overnight-oats/
5 Burrito Recipes That'll Make You Love Wraps for Lunch

5 Burrito Recipes That'll Make You Love Wraps for Lunch

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There's a lot to love about a good old burrito – from whipping it up within minutes to carrying it around wherever you want. But perhaps its most noteworthy quality is that you can fill it up with pretty much anything, from meat to veggies. So, if you've been looking for ways to make lunchtime a tad more exciting, burritos should be at the top of your list. And since National Burrito Day(1) (April 7th) is right around the corner, we've rounded up five exciting burrito recipes to take lunchtime to a whole new level. So, are you ready to give soggy salads a rest?

1. Cheesy Bacon Burrito

Cheese and bacon are a classic (and often unexciting) combination. But this burrito recipe gives the tried-and-true combo a much-needed makeover as the ingredients share tortilla space with tomato salsa and fluffy eggs. The wrap is also super satisfying and will keep you full for hours.

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, add the bacon along with ¼ cup of warm water and soak for 15 minutes. Once hydrated, drain the bacon bits in a colander and squeeze away excess liquid by slightly squeezing them with the back of a spoon. Then, add the olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium-low heat. Sautée the bacon for 3-4 minutes or until it's slightly charred. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Crack the eggs, mix in the milk and pour the batter in the same skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the batter is cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds and layer the eggs, tomato salsa, and bacon. Wrap tightly and toast the burritos in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up. Serve immediately or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

2. Sweet Potato & Beef Burrito

While most wraps rely on meat to add richness to the mix, this burrito recipe uses the protein as a sidekick. Instead, it depends more on carbs (a.k.a. sweet potato) for flavor and calls for capers and sun-dried tomatoes for some good (zingy) measure.

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Add the potatoes and beef to a bowl along with 3 cups of warm water. Soak for 15 minutes. Once hydrated, squeeze away excess liquid and set aside.
  2. Add the olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium-low heat. Sautée the potatoes and beef for 10 minutes or until fork-tender. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and remove from heat. Mash the mixture with the back of a fork until the potatoes are coarsely pureed.
  3. (Optional Step) Add the sun-dried tomatoes to a blender and blitz until you have a thick paste. Mix in the potato-beef mixture.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds and layer the potato-beef mash, capers, and sour cream. Wrap tightly and toast the burritos in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up. Serve immediately or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

3. Chicken & Broccoli Burrito

Textured Soy Protein (TSP) chicken and broccoli are the stars of this burrito. But the recipe also calls for other delicious ingredients (see sour cream and mozzarella), which make the dish far more indulgent. For a lighter take on the treat, you can sub sour cream for plain yogurt or low-fat cream cheese.

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Add the broccoli and chicken bits to a bowl along with 3 cups of warm water. Soak for 15 minutes. Once hydrated, squeeze away excess liquid and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Sautée the chicken bits and broccoli for 12 minutes or until fork-tender. Set aside.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds and layer the chicken-broccoli mix, mozzarella cheese, and sour cream. Wrap tightly and toast the burritos in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up. Serve immediately or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

4. Pizza Burrito

Wrapped in a flour tortilla and stuffed with tomato sauce, cheese, and sausage, this burrito recipe combines two beloved take-out treats in one delicious meal. When you feel like trying something new, you can easily swap sausage for bacon.

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Add the sausage bits to a bowl along with 2 cups of warm water. Soak for 15 minutes. Once hydrated, squeeze away excess liquid and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium-low heat. Cook the beef for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper and stir in the cheese. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts. Make sure to stir continuously so that the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds and layer the tomato sauce and sausage-cheese mixture. Top with some extra cheese, if desired. Wrap tightly and toast the burritos in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up. Serve immediately or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

5. Mushroom & Blue Cheese Burrito

In this rich vegetarian take, burritos swap meat for mushrooms, which pair great with a savory blend of blue cheese and garlic. The cheese also adds a salty/tangy flavor to the mix, making the wrap even more irresistible.

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Add the mushrooms to a bowl along with 2 cups of warm water. Soak for 15 minutes. Squeeze away excess liquid and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, add the beans to a pot and fill it with water until covered. Cook on medium-low for 30 minutes or until fork-tender. Remove from the water and set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat and pour in the milk. Stir in the flour and keep stirring for 3-4 minutes. Add the blue cheese and mushrooms and cook for 2 more minutes or until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic; remove from the heat; and set aside.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds and fill them with the mushroom-blue cheese mixture. Wrap tightly and toast the burritos in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up. Serve immediately.

So, are you looking forward to National Burrito Day? Which burrito recipes will you make for the occasion? Let us know in the comment section down below!

References:

  1. https://nationaltoday.com/national-burrito-day/
  2. https://thaicaliente.com/bacon-egg-and-cheese-burritos/
  3. https://hurrythefoodup.com/sweet-potato-burritos/
  4. https://chefjulieyoon.com/2011/10/chicken-and-broccoli-burrito/#recipe
  5. https://momswhosave.com/pizza-burritos
  6. https://laantojadera.com/en/receta/snack/mushroom_burrito_with_cheese/465