Overnight Oats Mango Coconut (Printable)

Chilled oats combined with mango, coconut, and honey for a creamy tropical start.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

07 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted almonds or cashews
10 - Honey or maple syrup for drizzling

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, coconut milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight, allowing the oats to fully absorb the liquid and reach desired creamy consistency.
03 - In the morning, stir the oat mixture and divide evenly between two bowls or jars.
04 - Top each serving with diced mango, shredded coconut, and roasted nuts if desired.
05 - Drizzle with additional honey or maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required means you're actually resting instead of standing over a stove before dawn.
  • The texture transforms overnight into something luxuriously creamy that tastes indulgent but is genuinely good for you.
  • Tropical flavors make your breakfast feel like a treat, not an obligation.
02 -
  • The oats will continue absorbing liquid even after you eat, so if you're saving half for later, store the topping separately to keep it crisp.
  • The magic happens during sleep—rushing this or only chilling for 2 hours defeats the purpose and you'll end up with crunchy oats instead of the velvety texture that makes this worth making.
03 -
  • Toast your coconut and nuts in a dry skillet right before serving—it takes three minutes and transforms the entire flavor profile with warmth and depth.
  • If your oats seem too thick in the morning, add milk one tablespoon at a time rather than pouring, since every overnight oats situation is slightly different depending on room temperature and humidity.
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