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Overnight Vanilla Oats

This dish involves mixing rolled oats with milk and vanilla extract in a jar or bowl, then refrigerating overnight to soak. In the morning, the oats develop a creamy, slightly chewy texture with a fragrant vanilla aroma, forming a smooth and satisfying breakfast dish with an appealing appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats old-fashioned oats preferred
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Measure out 1/2 cup of rolled oats and place them into a mixing bowl.
    1/2 cup rolled oats
  2. Add 1 cup of milk to the oats in the bowl, ensuring the oats are submerged.
    1 cup milk
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup, mixing until well combined and the oats are evenly coated.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  4. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator overnight, approximately 8 hours or until the oats have absorbed the liquid and become creamy.
  5. In the morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator. The mixture should be thick, creamy, and slightly chewy, with visible flecks of vanilla on the surface.
  6. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries, sliced bananas, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and visual appeal before serving.