Matcha Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats infused with earthy matcha, perfect for quick mornings with customizable toppings.
# 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 ¼ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
→ Toppings
06 - ½ banana, sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or pistachios
09 - Fresh berries
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together the milk and matcha powder in a medium bowl or jar 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 all ingredients.
03 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, allowing the oats to absorb the liquid and soften properly.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. Add a splash of milk if a looser consistency is desired.
05 - Divide the oats into bowls or jars. Top with banana slices, coconut flakes, nuts, and fresh berries as desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Mornings become grab and go instead of rush and panic when breakfast is already waiting for you
- The earthy matcha flavor mellows overnight into something creamy and barely sweet, like green tea ice cream crossed with your favorite oatmeal
02 -
- Lumpy matcha never really smooths out, so take your time whisking it into the milk before adding anything else
- These keep for three days in the fridge, making them perfect for batch prepping on Sunday
03 -
- Warm the matcha milk slightly before whisking if you're struggling to get it smooth, then let it cool before combining with oats
- A teaspoon of coconut oil whisked into the warm matcha adds richness and helps your body absorb the nutrients better