Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy coconut-infused oats with pie-inspired flavors for an effortless morning meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (carton)
03 - 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
04 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
→ Cream Pie Elements
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
10 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or almonds
11 - Fresh banana slices for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to soften completely and the flavors to meld together.
03 - Before serving, stir the oats well. If the mixture is too thick, add additional coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
04 - Divide the chilled oats evenly between two bowls or jars. Top each serving with toasted coconut flakes, toasted pecans or almonds, and fresh banana slices if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Tastes like dessert but powers you through a morning without the sugar crash
- The textures develop overnight into something that feels honestly luxurious
02 -
- Canned full fat coconut milk makes this incredibly rich but can separate in the fridge, give it a serious stir before serving
- The almond extract is optional but honestly it is the difference between coconut oatmeal and coconut cream pie
03 -
- Toast your coconut and nuts in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring constantly until fragrant and golden
- Use a wide mouth mason jar for easy stirring and serving