Description
A creamy, spiced overnight oats recipe infused with warm chai flavors. Perfect for busy mornings—just grab and go!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the oats:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- For the chai spice blend:
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- For sweetening:
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- For topping (optional):
- Sliced almonds
- Fresh berries
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. In a mason jar or airtight container, combine oats, milk, yogurt, and chia seeds.
- 2. Add all chai spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, nutmeg) and mix well.
- 3. Stir in honey/maple syrup and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 4. Seal the container and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
- 5. Before serving, stir and add a splash of milk if too thick.
- 6. Top with almonds and berries if desired.
Notes
For stronger chai flavor, steep a chai tea bag in warm milk for 5 minutes before using. Oats keep for up to 3 days refrigerated.