Description
This Birthday Cake Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast option that combines creamy oats soaked overnight with a hint of vanilla and almond extracts, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, and topped with colorful rainbow sprinkles to celebrate any special morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats Base
- 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
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey, almond extract if using, and a pinch of salt. This sets the base for your overnight oats, allowing rich flavors to meld.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until evenly combined to ensure the oats soak up the flavors and liquids uniformly overnight.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly to avoid any fridge odors seeping in and place it in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 6 hours, allowing the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Stir and Add Toppings: In the morning, give the oats a good stir to combine the layers and textures that may have settled. Sprinkle the rainbow sprinkles on top for a festive and colorful touch.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your birthday cake inspired overnight oats straight from the jar for convenience or transfer to a bowl if preferred for a traditional breakfast experience.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any dairy or plant-based milk according to your preference.
- The almond extract is optional but adds a lovely nutty aroma reminiscent of birthday cake flavor.
- If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can increase the maple syrup or honey slightly.
- The rainbow sprinkles add sweetness and a festive look but can be omitted for a lower sugar option.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to prepare multiple servings at once.
