Who doesn't like to start the day with a delicious, nutritious breakfast? And don't you hear again and again that breakfast is even supposed to be the most important meal of the day?
The idea of starting the morning relaxed with a small (or large) delicacy often fails on its own because there is simply far too little time available in the morning stress to prepare a decent breakfast.
And this is where the great advantage of overnight oats is revealed. Despite pressing the snooze button again, oatmeal or porridge does not have to be dispensed with. Instead of staying with it in the morning, overnight oats can be prepared the night before.
Why do overnight oats bring so much power?
Overnight Oats is a true power breakfast that provides plenty of strength and energy. This is due to the high content of natural proteins, and they are also very high in fiber and thus boost the metabolism. They are also rich in complex carbohydrates. These are carbohydrates that are only broken down slowly and thus keep you full for longer.
The unsaturated fatty acids, which are much healthier than the conventional saturated fats, also make you full. In short, overnight oats are simply a very rich and healthy breakfast.
The high number of calories provides strength and energy over a long period of time. And no, even if the word "calorie" is often very negatively charged, this means nothing more than that the oatmeal simply keeps you full for a long time and thus also prevents cravings.
If the word "calories" is often associated with thickeners and unhealthy diets, this is clearly not the case here. On the contrary, overnight oats are even extremely healthy.
What are the healthy benefits of overnight oats?
- Sugar-free, sweetness is achieved through fruit
- Fruit contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Rich in magnesium
- Rich in unsaturated fatty acids
- High in fibre
- Digestion is stimulated
- Calms the gastrointestinal tract
- Contains many plant proteins
- Rich in complex carbohydrates that hardly affect blood sugar levels
- Free of additives and artificial flavors
A nutritious breakfast in the morning prevents cravings during the day and thus supports weight loss. The high proportion of natural proteins promotes muscle building.
How do I prepare overnight oats quickly and easily?
As already mentioned, the special feature of this breakfast is that it is prepared the night before. The name "Overnight" is also derived from this, which means "overnight" in German.
The principle of overnight oats preparation is simple
The oatmeal is mixed with milk and placed in the refrigerator. An appropriate amount is about 40-60g of oatmeal and two to three times that of milk. Of course, this can be varied according to personal preferences. If you prefer the oatmeal a little more liquid, more milk is added, or vice versa.
Overnight, the oats have enough time to swell up and are wonderfully creamy the next morning. It can then be refined with a wide variety of ingredients and toppings.
If you want it even easier, you can also take a look at Verival. The high-quality breakfast products from the Tyrolean organic manufacturer Verival save you a lot of time and give you the necessary power in the morning.
Which toppings will fit on my overnight oats?
In terms of taste, the overnight oats resemble the oatmeal you remember from childhood. They are also similar to the English porridge ,but in contrast can also be eaten wonderfully cold.
With different ingredients, the taste experience can be further refined as desired, but there are really no limits.
Typical toppings could be, for example
- Fruit , such as strawberries, raspberries, bananas, or kiwis
- Nuts , such as peanuts, hazelnuts or almonds
- Dried fruits
- Chia seeds
To
sweeten
:honey, maple syrup, agave syrup or date syrup
For added
flavour
:cinnamon, vanilla, cocoa or shredded coconut
High Protein Overnight Oats
Overnights are particularly popular with athletes, as they naturally contain a lot of vegetable proteins. 100 grams of oatmeal already contain around twelve grams of protein.
For even more power, protein powder can also be added - the perfect power breakfast for athletes is ready.
All vegetarian & vegan
A breakfast that is not only delicious, healthy and filling is hard enough to find. Should it also be suitable for vegans... Well, that's not so easy.
But overnight oats for breakfast offer just that. By simply using milk substitutes such as rice or almond milk instead of milk, you can conjure up a wonderfully sustainable breakfast, free of animal products. And of course it's vegetarian anyway.
Limitless variety from the glass
Overnight oats offer something for every taste. Whether fruity, sweet or nutty-aromatic; everyone will find what they are looking for here. And who says you have to eat the same thing every morning?
Overnight oats offer so many possibilities for as many different flavours as there are in the world. You won't get bored so quickly.
Ideal for on the go – Power breakfast in a glass
If the time savings already achieved are still not enough, or if you are simply not hungry so early after getting up, overnight oats can also simply be taken with you.
Enjoy a full breakfast during the morning train ride or during the first work break? No problem at all with Overnight Oats. Simply pack the finished meal in a glass or a vesper can in the morning, put the lid on and go.
Perfect start to the day with overnight oats
Thanks to the evening preparation, the new day can start stress-free and full of energy. The wide variety of recipes and ingredients ensures that there is something for everyone. This also prevents you from "getting over" your breakfast so quickly, because you can vary a little every day.
Overnight oats are vegetarian and can also be suitable for vegans. Simply use milk substitutes. In addition, overnight oats taste completely without sugar or artificial flavors. In addition, they support weight loss and promote your sports program. In short, overnight oats are true all-rounders among breakfast dishes.
Delicious Recipe: Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp oatmeal (approx. 45g)
- 80 ml water, milk or a plant-based alternative
- 1 tbsp. yoghurt
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (equivalent to about 15 g of chia seeds)
- Honey, agave syrup or maple syrup for sweetening
- Fruits, nuts and seeds of your choice (as a topping)
Preparation
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Water, milk or a vegetable alternative comes together with the oatmeal and the chia seeds in a glass and is stirred well.
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Our insider tip: Add a tablespoon of yogurt.
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For sweetening, we recommend honey, agave syrup or maple syrup.
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The mixture is put in the fridge overnight or for at least 2 hours.
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Then stir well, decorate with fruit, nuts or seeds and enjoy.
