Prepping breakfast the night before is a perfect way to avoid feeling rushed in the morning. Ready to grab and go, these overnight oats with the flavors of trail mil will keep you satisfied and energized till lunchtime.
1/2cupunsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)
1/2cupold-fashioned rolled oats
1packetnon-calorie sweetener (I used Truvia)
1/4teaspoonvanilla extract
1/8teaspoonground cinnamon
pinchsalt
1tablespoonraisins, chopped (I used craisins)
1tablespoonsliced almonds
1-1/2teaspoonsmini semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
In a medium bowl or jar, combine almond milk, oats, sweetener, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
Stir in raisins, almonds and chocolate chips.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, until oats are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid. Stir and add more milk if they are too stiff for your liking.
Notes
Serving size: 1 recipeWW Points: 4 Check the WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app. (Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)7PointsPlus (Old plan)Make a few jars at once and you'll have a quick and easy grab and go breakfast ready and waiting all week.
Substitutions and Variations
No unsweetened almond milk? Use whatever milk or milk alternative you prefer. A combination of yogurt and milk works too.No raisins? Use whatever chopped dried fruit you prefer in place of the raisins: dried cranberries, apricots, dates, cherries, etc.No sliced almonds? Use whatever sliced and/or chopped nuts you like: walnuts, pecans, peanuts, etc.Other? Substitute 2 tablespoons granola or trail mix for the raisins, almonds and chocolate chips.Additions? shredded coconut, chia seeds, protein powder, cocoa powder, peanut butter powder, mashed banana, etc.