Summary
Kick-start your day with the delicious and nutritious Apricot Almond Overnight Oats. Dried apricots — rich in vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and fiber — bring a sweet, chewy delight to each bite, promoting eye health and digestion. Combined with organic rolled oats and chia seeds soaked in plant-based milk, this recipe offers a creamy, wholesome breakfast. Maple syrup and vanilla extract enhance the apricotsʼ natural sweetness, while a hint of nutmeg adds warmth. Slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Prepare this easy, make-ahead meal the night before for a refreshing and healthy morning treat.
Ingredients
Directions
Add the oats, chia seeds, plant-based milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and dried apricots to a 24-ounce mason jar or container.
Place the lid on the jar or container and shake well to combine the ingredients.
Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Stir the apricot overnight oats mixture, divide between two bowls, and top with slivered almonds if desired.
Chef's Notes
Substitutions
In place of dried apricots try dried peaches, prunes, golden raisins, or your favorite dried fruit of choice.
In place of chia seeds try flaxseeds or flaxseed meal.
In place of oats try buckwheat groats.
In place of almonds try walnuts, macadamia nuts, brazil nuts, pumpkin seeds, or hemp seeds.
Whole Food Sweetener
Use date paste in place of maple syrup.
Storage
Store apricot overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
