Last week I shared with you a very healthy fun mocha cookie protein smoothie. These are perfect for mornings when I have a few minutes to get the ingredients together and brew some espresso. But lately I’ve been so pressed for time in the morning. Luckily I have some really awesome recipes for overnight oats like this almond joy overnight oats that make mornings a breeze!
Overnight oats, why do I love them? No cooking. No worrying about the oats exploding in the microwave. No need for the office microwave or waiting over the stove. Versatile. You can make any concoction of flavors, textures and add-ins that your heart desires so you never get bored. Convenient: can put together 5 mason jars with different add-ins and just add water the night before. An easy time saving meal! Easier than cereal and more portable. Lower in sugar, higher in fiber, and full of protein.
Today I’m sharing with you my new favorite version of overnight oats. I’ve made apple cinnamon, peanut butter and jelly, and peaches and cream in the past. My inspiration is one of my favorite candy bars, Almond Joy! Coconut, chocolate, and almonds are just the perfect combination and a wonderful way to start the day!
My favorite part of these oats is the crunch from cacao nibs and the crushed almonds. The different textures make these overnight oats anything but boring! You could easily make these “mounds” overnight oats as well by excluding the almonds but I really love the flavor and texture they bring to the oats!
If you’re looking for a healthy candy bar (almond joys anyone?) check out my homemade candy bars, yum!
Almond Joy Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup old fashion rolled oats GF
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1/2 - 3/4 cups water
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cashew or coconut milk
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 2 tbs coconut flakes unsweetened
- 2 tbs cacao nibs
- 1-2 tbs chopped roasted almonds
Instructions
- Measure out oats, chia seeds, protein powder, coconut flakes and cacao nibs.
- Add 1/2 cup hot water and cashew (or coconut milk).
- Stir until everything is combined
- Place in fridge overnight
- In the morning you may want to add an additional 1/4 cup water.
- Add chopped almonds and enjoy!
Nutrition
What About You?
- How long do you think you’ll be singing the Almond Joy / Mounds song today?
- Do you prefer cold overnight oats or hot oats?
Maria Magdalena
June 4, 2015 at 8:54 amThank you for linking your recipe to Creative K Kid’s Tasty Tuesdays’ party. I have pinned your post to the Tasty Tuesdays Pinterest board
Joann
June 4, 2015 at 12:19 amAlmond Joy, now that’s what I’m talking about! I’ve gotta get these overnight oatmeal recipes memorized so I can start using them since I’m trying to wean the kids from regular cereal.
Sam
June 4, 2015 at 6:28 pmOh man the kids will love this!! I’m all for getting them off of sugary cereal!!
Gail Akeman
June 2, 2015 at 2:56 pmThank you for joining the Small victories Sunday Linkup. Please join again. Pinned to the group board.
Megan @ Our PInteresting Family
June 1, 2015 at 8:21 pmLooks delicious. Can’t wait to try it.
Stephanie
February 16, 2015 at 8:49 pmI love quick, healthy, yummy breakfast ideas! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!
Jess @hellotofit
February 13, 2015 at 2:36 pmI LOVE overnight oats, and I’ve only done the fruity kind (strawberries, coconut milk). This recipe looks like it’d be a great addition to my breakfasts 🙂
Smitha @ RunningwithSDMom
February 10, 2015 at 5:49 pmYes please! I will be making this tonight. But what do you think about subbing in almond milk instead? #fitfluential #sweatpink
Sam
February 11, 2015 at 7:02 amOh that will work perfectly! Enjoy it 🙂
lindsay Cotter
February 10, 2015 at 5:35 pmahh i spy cocoa nibs!!! yea baby
Sam
February 11, 2015 at 7:02 amYes ma’am! They are my new obsession!!
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment
February 10, 2015 at 3:27 pmOvernight oats are an amazing time saver for breakfast! I also happen to truy enjoy them. How did we live before chia seeds?
Sam
February 11, 2015 at 7:03 amOh my gosh right? I honestly don’t know!!
Jessica @Myhealthypassion.com
February 10, 2015 at 11:42 amYUM! I lovee overnight oats warmed up a bit! I enjoy them but nothing compares to a hot bowl of oatmeal with loads of toppings!! 🙂
Sam
February 11, 2015 at 7:03 amJessica that is so interesting that you like them warmed up a bit, I usually add ice to them at work lol! I agree it’s all about the toppings!