Description

This Birthday Cake Overnight Oats recipe combines the nostalgic flavors of a birthday cake with the convenience of a healthy, make-ahead breakfast. Creamy Greek yogurt and almond milk soak rolled oats overnight, enhanced with chia seeds for extra nutrition, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, and flavored with vanilla and optional almond extracts. Rainbow sprinkles on top add a fun, festive touch, making your morning meal both delightful and delicious.

Ingredients

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Overnight Oats Mixture

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Pinch of salt

Topping

1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, unsweetened almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey, almond extract if using, and a pinch of salt. This mixture forms the base of your overnight oats.
Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined. This ensures even distribution of flavors and helps the oats absorb the liquid uniformly.
Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly with a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the oats to soak overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours, so they soften and thicken to a creamy consistency.
Add Sprinkles: The next morning, give the oats a good stir to combine any separated liquid. Sprinkle the rainbow sprinkles on top for a fun and festive birthday cake feel.
Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your overnight oats straight from the jar for convenience or transfer them to a bowl if preferred. This dish is ready to eat immediately and requires no additional cooking.

Notes

You can substitute almond milk with any plant-based or dairy milk of your choice.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure yogurt is plant-based.
Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing the maple syrup or honey according to your taste.
Add fresh fruit or nuts if you want extra texture and flavor.
Chia seeds help thicken the oats and add fiber and omega-3 fats.
Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.