Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats (Printable)
Tropical overnight oats with coconut milk, yogurt, and toasted toppings for a decadent breakfast.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
→ Cream Pie Elements
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
10 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or almonds
11 - Fresh banana slices, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Stir thoroughly to combine.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to soften and the flavors to meld.
03 - Before serving, stir well. If needed, add more coconut milk to achieve your desired consistency.
04 - Divide between two bowls or jars. Top each serving with toasted coconut flakes, toasted pecans or almonds, and banana slices if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Its like having dessert for breakfast without the sugar crash that usually follows
- The texture transforms overnight into something impossibly creamy and luxurious
- You can literally grab it from the fridge and walk out the door
02 -
- I learned the hard way that mason jars with narrow mouths make stirring the next morning absolutely impossible
- The chia seeds need at least 8 hours to fully soften, anything less gives you a weird crunchy texture
- Toasting the coconut flakes and nuts beforehand creates this amazing contrast against the creamy oats
03 -
- Stir the mixture again right before bed to prevent any chia seeds from settling at the bottom
- Buy unsweetened coconut flakes and toast them yourself in a dry pan for way better flavor