Want a healthy and nutritious breakfast, but find yourself constantly running short on time to put something together in the morning? These delicious overnight recipes are so easy to make, and they are recipes the whole family will love. Simply prep the night before - and have breakfast made easy and ready to go for the whole week!
1. Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
This creamy, decadent chocolate chia seed pudding is so smooth you'll never believe it has chia seeds in it! This healthy chocolate pudding is filled with protein and light on the added sugar for a nutritious breakfast, snack, or dessert. Finish it off with a dollop of fluffy coconut whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and raspberries for a chocolate lover's dream come true!
Pudding Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder (add more to desired richness)
- 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 Cup Almond Milk (or other plant-based milk of choice)
- 3 Tbsp Chia Seeds
Coconut Whipped Cream Ingredients:
- 13.5 Oz Full-Fat Coconut Milk, chilled for 1-2 days
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup (honey or powdered sugar works too)
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
Toppings:
- Chocolate Shavings
- Raspberries
Pudding Instructions:
- In a blender, combine all ingredients. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into 2 single sized servings.
- Refrigerate overnight or a minimum of 4 hours to set.
- Serve with your favorite toppings; our favorites include coconut whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and fresh fruit.
Coco Whip Instructions:
- Put a can of coconut milk in the fridge to chill for 1-2 days.
- Open a can of coconut milk and scoop out the hardened coconut cream.
- Using a hand mixer, whip the coconut cream for one minute.
- Add vanilla and sweetener and whip for another minute until smooth and fluffy.
- Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to one week.
2. Blueberry Acai Overnight Oats
Want a nutritious and filling breakfast but don't have time to prep in the morning? This Blueberry Acai Overnight Oats Recipe tastes like a lightly sweetened blueberry muffin without all the added sugar. Once set, the overnight oats are ready to be enjoyed as is, or go all out - and top with an antioxidant packed blueberry acai smoothie and extra blueberries and bananas.
Overnight Oats Ingredients:
- 2/3 Cup Oats
- 2/3 Cup Almond Milk (or plant-based milk of choice)
- ½ Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ Tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 Tsp Chia Seed
- ½ Tsp Cinnamon
- 2 Tsp Honey
- Blueberries
Blueberry Acai Smoothie Bowl Ingredients:
- 1 Acai Concentrate Packet
- ½ Frozen Banana
- ¼ Cup Frozen Blueberries
- ¼ Cup Frozen Strawberries
- ½ Cup Almond Milk (or plant-based milk of choice)
Toppings:
- Banana
- Blueberries
Overnight Oats Instructions:
- Combine oats, Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, chia seed, cinnamon, honey, and blueberries.
- Seal and place in the refrigerator overnight or up to 5 days.
- Top with blueberry acai smoothie bowl, blueberries, or bananas if desired, or enjoy as is!
Blueberry Acai Smoothie Bowl Instructions:
- Combine Acai, banana, blueberries, strawberries, and almond milk in a blender, and blend on high until smooth.
- If needed, pause to stir the mixture with a spoon and continue blending.
- Depending on your blender, add more almond milk as needed.
3. Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
These overnight oats are easy and delicious, and are great paired with fresh fruit, yogurt, extra nut butter, and a crunch of granola. Choose your favorite toppings and for a nutritious breakfast on the go!
Ingredients:
- ½ Cup Almond Milk
- ¾ Tbsp Chia Seeds
- 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- ½ Cup Rolled Oats
Instructions:
- Combine Almond Milk, chia seeds, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Stir with a spoon.
- Add rolled oats to the mixture and stir.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
- Top with your favorite toppings of choice and enjoy!
4. Cinnamon Chia Seed Pudding
This tasty chia seed pudding is quick and simple to throw together and surprisingly delicious. If you're not a fan of traditional chia seed pudding, give this blended chia seed pudding a try! The blending makes this pudding smooth and buttery, while the date, cinnamon, maple syrup, and almond butter make for an addicting flavor! The recipe below is for 1 serving, but feel free to make a big batch, as this pudding keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days!
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Non-Dairy Milk (unsweetened)
- 3 Tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Almond Butter
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- ½ Tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Pitted Date
Instructions:
- Add pitted date to the blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the blender, blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
- Let sit in the fridge for an hour or overnight.
- Add granola, berries, and drizzle with more almond butter.
- Keep in the fridge in an airtight container for 5 days.
5. Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
If you love granola bars, you'll love these energy bites. With a healthy snack like these on hand, you'll have a delicious healthy option at hand's reach – making it easier to avoid some of the other tempting snacks and treats that might be lurking in your cupboard or office! These bites take about 10 minutes to make and last for up to a month in an airtight container in the fridge.
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Peanut Butter
- ¾ Cup Rolled Oats
- ¼ Cup Ground Flaxseed
- 1 Tbsp Hemp Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds
- ½ Cup Shredded Coconut
- ½ Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 2 Tbsp Honey
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients and stir well.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll into 1-inch balls.
- Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
With these breakfast recipes, you'll be properly fueled and ready to take on the day! Keep up the healthy streak, and move your body with this 5 Minute Workout to Target Abs & Obliques, or break up your work day with this fun 10 Minute Office Break Workout to Refresh Your Mind & Body.
