Description
Creamy birthday cake overnight oats deliver sweet breakfast magic with classic cake flavor. Sprinkles and vanilla notes dance together, creating a playful morning treat you’ll crave morning after morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds
Flavoring and Sweeteners:
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) almond extract
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) all-natural almond butter or cashew butter (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Decoration:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sprinkles (use vegan if preferred)
Instructions
- Gather a sealable container and pour in the dry and wet ingredients, focusing on creating a uniform mixture that fully incorporates the chia seeds and rolled oats.
- Use a spoon or spatula to thoroughly blend the components, ensuring no dry pockets remain and all elements are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Securely seal the container and refrigerate for a minimum of 4-6 hours, preferably overnight, which allows the oats to absorb liquid and develop a creamy, indulgent texture.
- Upon serving, gently stir the chilled oats to reincorporate any settled ingredients and restore the smooth consistency.
- Transfer the oats into individual serving bowls or mason jars, creating an appealing presentation that highlights the birthday cake-inspired creation.
- Embellish the surface with a playful array of decorative elements such as colorful sprinkles, sliced fresh berries, or a delicate drizzle of creamy almond butter to enhance both visual appeal and flavor profile.
Notes
- Prepare this delightful breakfast the night before to save precious morning time and wake up to a ready-to-eat, festive meal.
- Mixing ingredients thoroughly ensures chia seeds and oats absorb liquid evenly, creating a creamy, consistent texture.
- Refrigerating overnight allows flavors to meld and oats to soften, transforming simple ingredients into a decadent breakfast treat.
- Customize your oats with playful toppings like colorful sprinkles, fresh berries, or a swirl of nut butter for added excitement and nutrition.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, making it perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.
- Experiment with different milk alternatives or yogurt to create unique flavor profiles and adjust the consistency to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg