Oats — Recipe 03 of 60
Overnight Oats with Chia & Cashews
No cooking needed. Just mix the night before and wake up to a ready-to-eat, creamy breakfast. Perfect for busy mornings or as a light mid-morning snack. Low in calories, high in fiber and healthy fats.
Nutrients (per serving)
- Calories
- ~380kcal
- Protein
- ~12g
- Carbs
- ~48g
- Fat
- ~14g
Ingredients
What you need
- 0170g rolled oats
- 021 tbsp black chia seeds
- 0325g split cashews, roughly chopped
- 04200ml plant-based milk (oat, almond, or soy)
- 051 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 061 tsp vanilla extract
- 071 pinch of cinnamon
- 08Fresh fruit to serve (mango, banana, or berries)
Instructions
How to make it
- 01
Add oats, chia seeds and a pinch of cinnamon into a jar or bowl.
- 02
Pour in the plant-based milk and stir well to combine.
- 03
Add honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract, stir again.
- 04
Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- 05
In the morning, give it a good stir — add a splash more milk if too thick.
- 06
Top with chopped cashews and fresh fruit and serve cold.
The science
Why it's good for you
Overnight oats retain all the fiber and nutrients of cooked oats without any heat processing. Chia seeds absorb the liquid overnight, creating a gel that slows digestion and keeps you full longer. Cashews provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, iron, and magnesium. A great low-effort, nutrient-dense option for weight management.