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    Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk

    Sep 1, 2023 · Leave a Comment

    September 1, 2023 by Beth Leave a Comment

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    mason jar of banana topped coconut milk overnight oats

    Learn how to make overnight oats with coconut milk with 4 different topping variations (snickers, mango, pineapple and banana bread). This easy make ahead recipe is perfect for busy mornings.

    Are instant oats suitable for making overnight oats?

    Nope. They cook too fast and would turn to mush by morning. You want to make sure that you’re using gluten free old-fashioned oats for this recipe.

    Are overnight oats with coconut milk healthy?

    Oats are a good source of resistant fiber. [Source] And coconut is a good source of MCTs or Medium Chain Triglycerides. MCT’s are a type of saturated fat. All saturated fats used to have a bad rap, but this specific type of saturated fat has been shown to improve memory and cognition in Alzheimer’s patients, improve exercise performance, and boost gut health. [Source]

    However, if you have an allergy or sensitivity to grains or coconut then they may not be healthy for you. And in the case of allergy, you need to avoid them all together.

    Additionally, this recipe avoids using refined sugar. The sweetness comes mostly from fruit which is also healthy.

    mason jar of coconut milk overnight oats topped with sliced bananas

    Overnight oats recipe ingredients

    • Old Fashioned Rolled Oats: Make sure to buy gluten free oats.
    • Coconut Milk
    • Maple Syrup: Honey is a good substitute.
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Ground Chia Powder: Chia seeds are a good substitute.
    • Collagen Peptides: This adds more protein but is optional. This is the brand I use and recommend.
    • Salt
    ingredients for coconut milk overnight oats with labels

    Variations

    Snickers

    • Peanut Butter: Another nut or seed butter is a good substitute. Tigernut butter also works.
    • Chocolate Chips: I used Hu Chocolate Chips but Enjoy Life Mini Chips are a good refined sugar/dairy free option.   
    • Coconut Oil: Unrefined coconut oil is your best option.

    Mango

    • Fresh Mango

    Banana Bread

    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Ground Cloves
    • Ground Ginger
    • Banana
    • Cinnamon Sugar Mixture

    Coconut Pineapple

    • Pineapple
    • Shredded Coconut or Coconut Flakes
    topping variation ingredients with labels

    How to make overnight oats with coconut milk

    1. Combine the oatmeal ingredients into a mason jar or other resealable container. Choose your topping and then layer it on top of the oats. If choosing the Banana Bread topping, then you’ll want to add the ground cinnamon, cloves and ginger in with the oats. If choosing the Snickers variation, you will need to combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small bowl then melt in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

    pouring oats into mason jar

    2. Cover the jar and place the oats in the refrigerator. Let sit for at least 12 hours before serving.

    Hands twisting mason jar top.

    Tips for making the best overnight oats with coconut milk

    • Any type of coconut milk is fine. However, I prefer canned coconut milk without any gums or preservatives. This is the brand I used.
    • Vanilla Extract is preferred over vanilla powder.
    • Make sure to use gluten free oats to ensure that they are gluten free.
    • Ground chia powder is the same as chia seeds but ground into flour. If you don’t like the texture of chia seeds in your food, then try the ground chia powder.
    • If you forgot to prep your overnight oats the night before, you can cook them in the microwave. Follow the directions above but then cook for 2 minutes.
    • Other toppings variations include Strawberry and Rhubarb Compote, Apple Butter, Homemade Unsweetened Applesauce, Healthy Caramelized Apple Topping, Spiced Persimmon Butter, Pumpkin Butter, Cranberry Sauce or berries.
    • Please note that this recipe is not Paleo or AIP. However, having variety in your diet is important. And oats are a good source of resistant fiber. If you are interested in the health benefits of oats, check out more from Dr. Sarah Ballantyne.
    • Use a high-quality collagen peptides brand that uses a trusted source and tests their product to ensure quality. Get 10% off my favorite collagen peptides brand.
    • You can add the oat topping right before you eat if you prefer.
    • The toppings are optional.
    • The photo shows 1/2 pint regular mouth and wide mouth mason jars. However, if you want to be able to close the lid comfortably with toppings, you’ll need to use pint size mason jars. I prefer wide mouth.
    mason jar of coconut milk overnight oats topped with mango, pineapple, banana

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    mason jar of coconut milk overnight oats topped with banana
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    Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk

    Learn how to make overnight oats with coconut milk with 4 different topping variations. This easy make ahead recipe is perfect for busy mornings.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Rest Time12 hours hrs
    Total Time12 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 952kcal
    Author: Beth Chen

    Ingredients

    For the Oats

    • 1/3 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats Make sure to buy gluten free oats.
    • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
    • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup Honey is a good substitute.
    • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Chia Powder Chia seeds are a good substitute.
    • 1 tablespoon Collagen Peptides optional
    • Pinch Sea Salt

    Topping Variations

      Snickers

      • 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter or Tigernut Butter Another nut or seed butter is a good substitute.
      • 2 tablespoons Chocolate Chips Enjoy Life Mini Chips (dairy/nut free) or Hu Chocolate Chips (sugar/dairy free option)
      • 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil Unrefined coconut oil is your best option.

      Mango

      • 1/4 cup Fresh Mango chopped

      Banana Bread

      • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
      • Pinch Ground Cloves
      • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger
      • 1 Banana divided (1/2 mashed and 1/2 sliced)
      • Cinnamon Sugar Mixture optional

      Coconut Pineapple

      • 1/4 Pineapple chopped
      • 1 tablespoon shredded Coconut or Coconut Flakes

      Instructions

      • Combine the oatmeal ingredients into a mason jar or other resealable container. Choose your topping and then layer it on top of the oats. If choosing the Banana Bread topping, then you’ll want to add the ground cinnamon, cloves and ginger in with the oats. If choosing the Snickers variation, you will need to combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small bowl then melt in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
      • Cover the jar and place the oats in the refrigerator. Let sit for at least 12 hours before serving.

      Video

      Notes

      • Any type of coconut milk is fine. However, I prefer canned coconut milk without any gums or preservatives. This is the brand I used. 
      • Vanilla Extract is preferred over vanilla powder.
      • Make sure to use gluten free oats to ensure that they are gluten free.
      • Ground chia powder is the same as chia seeds but ground into flour. If you don’t like the texture of chia seeds in your food, then try the ground chia powder. 
      • If you forgot to prep your overnight oats the night before, you can cook them in the microwave. Follow the directions above but then cook for 2 minutes.
      • Other toppings variations include Strawberry and Rhubarb Compote, Apple Butter, Homemade Unsweetened Applesauce, Healthy Caramelized Apple Topping, Spiced Persimmon Butter, Pumpkin Butter or Cranberry Sauce.
      • Please note that this recipe is not Paleo or AIP. However, having variety in your diet is important. And oats are a good source of resistant fiber. If you are interested in the health benefits of oats, check out more from Dr. Sarah Ballantyne. 
      • Use a high-quality collagen peptides brand that uses a trusted source and tests their product to ensure quality. Get 10% off my favorite collagen peptides brand. 
      • You can add the oat topping right before you eat if you prefer.
      • The toppings are optional.
      • The photo shows 1/2 pint regular mouth and wide mouth mason jars. However, if you want to be able to close the lid comfortably with toppings, you’ll need to use pint size mason jars. I prefer wide mouth.  

      Nutrition

      Serving: 1cup | Calories: 952kcal | Carbohydrates: 115g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 1335mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 66g | Vitamin A: 656IU | Vitamin C: 135mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 7mg

      Helpful Info for All Recipes

      • I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise.
      • I always use Himalayan sea salt or Celtic sea salt, unless otherwise noted.
      • The majority of my recipes are strict AIP or include notations for reintroductions. However while I make every effort to label non-AIP ingredients and recipes sometimes they slip past me. If you have questions, please ask in advance.

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