Golden Milk Overnight Oats
Golden Milk Overnight Oats are a nourishing and anti-inflammatory breakfast option, made with creamy coconut milk and warming spices for a delightful start to your day.
Ingredients
Oats Base
- 1/4 cup gluten-free sprouted steel cut oats Or rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened canned full-fat coconut milk Native Forest Simple recommended
- 1/4 cup almond milk Three Trees almond milk recommended
Spices
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric Start with ¼ teaspoon if new to turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Ceylon cinnamon recommended
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom Fragrant spice adding sweetness
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Adds warmth
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds depth
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Optional for deeper flavor
- pinch pink Himalayan sea salt Enhances sweetness
Sweeteners & Extras
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup Natural sweetener
- 1 tablespoon raw plain tahini Adds creaminess
- Unsweetened shredded coconut For texture and crunch
- Bee pollen Optional topping
Toppings
- Fresh fruit Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc.
- Drizzle of pure maple syrup or honey Based on personal preference
Instructions
The Night Before
- In a jar with a lid, add the coconut milk, almond milk, sea salt, maple syrup, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, (and ground cloves, if using) alongside the steel-cut oats.
- Seal the jar and shake robustly to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Refrigerate overnight to allow the oats to soak.
Morning Of
- Pour the porridge into a small saucepan over medium heat and warm until heated through, stirring often.
- For a thicker porridge, cook an additional 2-4 minutes, stirring until desired consistency is reached.
- Transfer the warm porridge to a bowl.
- Top with fresh fruit, a drizzle of tahini or maple syrup, and any extras you enjoy.
Notes
Start with smaller amounts of spices if unfamiliar. Experiment with different fruits and nuts for toppings. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.