Matcha Overnight Oats (Printer-friendly)
Creamy oats infused with earthy matcha green tea, perfect for effortless morning nourishment.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
03 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
05 - 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
→ Toppings
06 - ½ banana, sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or pistachios
09 - Fresh berries
# How-To Guide:
01 - Whisk together the milk and matcha powder in a medium bowl or jar until smooth and no lumps remain.
02 - Add the oats, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup to the matcha milk mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
03 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften properly.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash of milk if a looser consistency is desired.
05 - Divide the overnight oats into bowls or jars. Top with banana slices, coconut flakes, nuts, and fresh berries as desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Breakfast is ready before your coffee even brews, saving precious morning minutes
- The earthy matcha pairs perfectly with creamy oats for sustained energy without the crash
02 -
- Matcha can stubbornly clump up, so take your time whisking it thoroughly into the milk before adding anything else
- The oats will absorb significantly more liquid overnight than you expect, so do not reduce the milk amount even if it seems loose initially
03 -
- Toast your coconut flakes and nuts in advance for deeper flavor that transforms the whole bowl
- For an extra antioxidant boost, add a teaspoon of acai or spirulina powder when whisking the matcha