Matcha Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy matcha-infused oats with chia seeds, perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
03 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
05 - 1 1/4 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
→ Toppings
06 - 1/2 banana, sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or pistachios
09 - Fresh berries
# How-to Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together the milk and matcha powder until smooth and no lumps remain.
02 - Add the oats, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup to the matcha milk mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats. Add a splash of milk if a looser consistency is desired.
05 - Divide into bowls or jars. Top with banana slices, coconut flakes, nuts, and berries as desired.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- Breakfast is literally waiting for you when you wake up
- The earthy matcha flavor becomes this gorgeous creamy thing you never knew you needed
- One recipe lasts you two days so mornings become twice as easy
02 -
- Matcha needs to be fully dissolved or you will get bitter pockets in your oats
- The chia seeds need enough liquid to work their magic so do not reduce the milk amount
- These keep for three days in the fridge so double the recipe if you want to meal prep
03 -
- Sift your matcha powder into the milk to avoid those stubborn clumps
- Warm the oats slightly in the microwave if cold breakfast is not your thing