Post by Cassandra - Admin on Jul 8, 2014 2:00:07 GMT
How to Make No-Cook Overnight Oats Without a Recipe
1. The only ratio you need to remember is 1:1. You'll soak 1 part rolled oats with 1 part liquid overnight. Use less liquid if you want thicker oatmeal, more if you like it runny. You can use water or any type of milk -- almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk -- and feel free to add a splash of cream, half and half, or even orange juice.
2. Sweeten and flavor the oatmeal with whatever appeals to you: honey, agave, jam, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, citrus zest ... the list goes on. Then get creative: Add nuts, dried fruit, shredded coconut, seeds (chia, flax, sunflower, pumpkin), fruit, jam, or even nut butter. (Note from Cass: Chia seeds are a great addition - flavorless, full of vitamins/minerals and you do not have to pre-soak them or anything. But they will be a huge thickening agent for whatever recipe you put them in as they absorb liquid and expand when wet. So just keep that in mind.)
3. Give it a stir, pack it into a jar, then let the jar sit overnight in the refrigerator.
4. In the morning, top with fresh ingredients -- fruits, granola, honey, a dollop of peanut butter -- or simply take the whole jar for the road.
Source: food52.com/blog/9844-how-to-make-overnight-oats-without-a-recipe - I highly recommend visiting the original site because, not only are there more beautiful pictures, but they have additional links to more recipes!