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    Vegan Almond Joy Overnight Oats

    Jun 3, 2020 · Modified: Oct 31, 2020 by Rachel · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful!

    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful! #almondjoy #overnightoats #porridge #plantbasedmealprep #veganbreakfast

    Too cheesy? I can't help it — these really are a joy! I loved Almond Joys growing up but haven't had one since going vegan. However, now I can enjoy the taste again every morning if I want to!

    These overnight oats are the perfect make-ahead breakfast when you're on the go. If you know me, you know I'm a huge fan of meal prepping. Just check out the Health My Lifestyle Meal Planner to see what I mean! It saves me so much time and energy by having healthy meals at my fingertips that are easy to meal prep.

    What are overnight oats?

    They're just a fancy way of saying overnight oatmeal, or meal prepped oatmeal. They provide so much convenience because you can prep them the night before or even several days in advance. And the best part? No cooking necessary!

    All you do is mix it up in a sealable container and store it in the refrigerator for at least a few hours. It softens up enough during that time that you don't need to heat it. However, you totally can if cold oats aren't your jam.

    What type of oats are best for overnight oats?

    The best oats for overnight oats are rolled oats, also known as old fashion oats. Rolled oats have been steamed and pressed through a roller to flatten them—hence the name. Because of this they absorb liquid more easily, making them the perfect candidate.

    You can also use quick oats. I don't find these as hearty but it does make for an even smoother, creamy texture. And it's even faster for soaking than rolled oats! You could have delicious overnight oats ready in just one hour instead!

    I do not recommend steel-cut oats for this as they will not become soft enough. However, you could precook them to soften them for this, but then that just defeats the purpose of having convenient overnight oats, right? Or, if you want a crunchy texture, just add them as is without precooking but give them at least 8 hours to soak.

    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful! #almondjoy #overnightoats #porridge #plantbasedmealprep #veganbreakfast

    Are oats gluten free?

    Oats are naturally gluten-free but people with Celiac's Disease should select varieties that are certified gluten-free to avoid those that may have been contaminated with gluten during processing.

    I always tag my recipes made with oats as gluten-free but I wanted to clarify that in case anyone is gluten intolerant or has Celiac's. Always check with the brand because this will vary.

    Ingredients you will need for Almond Joy Overnight Oats

    These oats are actually quite simple and only require 8 ingredients:

    • certified gluten-free rolled oats 
    • unsweetened non-dairy milk - I used almond milk
    • chia seeds
    • canned coconut milk
    • unsweetened cocoa powder
    • pure maple syrup
    • unsweetened shredded coconut
    • almonds
    • dairy free chocolate chips (optional but highly recommended for a nice chocolate drizzle)

    You do get enough of the chocolate flavor with the cocoa powder but there's just something about a drizzle of chocolate on top that makes it extra special.

    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful! #almondjoy #overnightoats #porridge #plantbasedmealprep #veganbreakfast

    If you're looking for more healthy breakfast ideas the Health My Lifestyle Meal Planner is full of them! You can easily narrow down exactly what you’re looking for with the extensive filtering options, plan out your week in seconds or grab a pre-made plan, track your calories and goals, and more! Right now it’s 40% off your first month! Check out the Meal Planner here.

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    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful! #almondjoy #overnightoats #porridge #plantbasedmealprep #veganbreakfast

    Vegan Almond Joy Overnight Oats

    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful!
    5 from 2 votes
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    course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    cuisine: American
    servings: 1
    prep time: 5 mins
    Chilled: 3 hrs
    total time: 3 hrs 5 mins
    Author: Rachel

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup rolled oats, *
    • ½ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 2 tablespoons canned coconut milk
    • ½ tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ½ tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut, topping
    • 1 tablespoon almonds, chopped, topping
    • 1 tablespoon dairy free chocolate chips, optional, topping, melted

    Instructions

    • In a sealable container, whisk together all ingredients except for the toppings.
    • Cover and place in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight to let the oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid and thicken.
    • Top with chopped almonds, shredded coconut, and optional drizzle of chocolate when ready to serve.

    Notes

    To melt the chocolate, microwave for 15-30 second intervals, stirring in between until melted.
    Nutrition Facts are a rough estimate based on unsweetened almond milk and includes the optional chocolate topping.
    *In order to be gluten-free, make sure your oats are certified gluten-free.

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories: 479kcal Carbohydrates: 55g Protein: 12g Fat: 27g Saturated Fat: 13g Sodium: 171mg Potassium: 339mg Fiber: 13g Sugar: 15g Calcium: 301mg Iron: 5mg
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    Your favorite candy bar turned into a healthy and delicious breakfast! Made with mostly whole food ingredients to recreate the delicious combination of coconut, almonds and chocolate that make up Almond Joys. Make your morning more joyful! #almondjoy #overnightoats #porridge #plantbasedmealprep #veganbreakfast
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    1. Emily

      August 31, 2020 at 11:34 pm

      5 stars
      Nice recipe.

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      • Health My Lifestyle

        September 01, 2020 at 9:50 am

        Thanks so much, Emily! So glad you like it!

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    2. simon andrew

      June 24, 2020 at 12:46 am

      5 stars
      This is a yummy and healthy recipe I will definitely try it at home.

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      • Health My Lifestyle

        June 24, 2020 at 8:15 am

        Thanks Simon, so glad you like it!

        Reply

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