Overnight Oatmeal Without Yogurt

½ cup Old-Fashioned rolled oats

¾ cup liquid (nut milk, oat milk, coconut milk, water)

1 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup, honey, agave nectar)

¼ tsp vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.

Mix well to ensure oats are fully combined.

Pour into an airtight storage container.

Store in the refrigerator to soak for a minimum of 12 hours.

Before serving, stir the mixture to combine.

May be served hot or cold.

Overnight oats can be served straight from the refrigerator, warmed in the microwave for one minute, or heated on the stovetop for 3 minutes.

If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a bit of liquid, then add your favorite (fast-compliant) toppings

½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats

½ scoop vanilla protein powder (Fast-Compliant)

½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

¾ cup oat milk

1 tbsp maple syrup

Top with Homemade Granola (*See recipe for Homemade Granola)

Applesauce Oatmeal

To the base recipe add:

½ cup unsweetened applesauce

¼ tsp apple pie spice

Blueberry Oatmeal

To the base recipe add:

½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 tbsp sliced almonds

¼ tsp cinnamon

Strawberry Chia

To base recipe add:

½ cup large strawberries, diced

1 tbsp chia seeds

Submitted by Latrece Murdock for ESC Lenten Fast 2023