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Baklava Overnight Oats

Baklava Overnight Oats: Indulge in a Healthy Breakfast Delight

Baklava Overnight Oats offer a healthy, gluten-free breakfast alternative, combining creamy oats with the delightful flavors of baklava.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Nut Topping
  • 1/2 cup Raw Pistachios or walnuts/pecans
  • 1/4 cup Almond Flour or additional crushed nuts
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts or Pecans optional, can substitute with pistachios
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to balance sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup honey is a non-vegan alternative
Oats
  • 1 cup Old Fashioned Oats do not use quick oats
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds optional but recommended
  • 1 cup Nondairy Milk almond, oat, or coconut
  • 1/2 cup Non-Dairy Yogurt any preferred plant-based version
  • 1 cup Fruits of Choice e.g., oranges, bananas, berries

Equipment

  • food processor
  • small saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • serving jars or bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a food processor, chop the raw pistachios and walnuts until coarsely ground.
  2. Add a pinch of salt, lime zest, and cinnamon if using, then drizzle in maple syrup.
  3. Set the nut topping aside while you prepare the oats.
  4. In a small saucepan, heat nondairy milk to just below boiling, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, and a splash of vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the heated milk into the mixture while adding non-dairy yogurt and lime zest, stirring well.
  7. Fold a portion of the nut topping into the creamy oat mixture until just combined, then let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  8. Spoon the oat mixture into serving jars or bowls and top with the remaining nut topping.
  9. Slice chosen fruits and arrange them atop the Baklava Overnight Oats.
  10. Cover jars with lids and refrigerate overnight.
  11. For an optional topping, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), bake filo pastry with brown sugar and cinnamon for 10 mins, and crumble over oats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite fruits or spices.

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