Vegan Golden Milk Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy overnight oats with turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. A nourishing make-ahead breakfast infused with warming spices and plant-based goodness.

# Components:

→ Oats & Milk

01 - 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
02 - 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk

→ Spices & Flavorings

03 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
05 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Sweetener

09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup

→ Optional Toppings

10 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
12 - Fresh berries
13 - Sliced banana
14 - Chopped almonds or walnuts

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl or jar, combine oats, almond milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla extract, sea salt, and maple syrup.
02 - Stir well to ensure all spices are evenly distributed and oats are fully submerged in liquid.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. If desired, add a splash more milk to reach preferred creaminess.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars, then top with coconut flakes, chia seeds, berries, banana, and chopped nuts as desired.
06 - Serve chilled and enjoy immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You prep it the night before and wake up to breakfast that tastes like it took effort but honestly didn't.
  • The turmeric and ginger give you that golden milk café vibe without needing to leave your kitchen or spend extra money.
  • It's naturally vegan and gluten-free, so there's no feeling like you're sacrificing flavor for dietary needs.
  • The texture is creamy and comforting, nothing gritty or sad about these oats.
02 -
  • Black pepper is essential because it contains piperine, which helps your body actually absorb the turmeric's benefits—I didn't believe this until I read the science, and now I never skip it.
  • If you use fresh ginger instead of ground, grate it finely so it doesn't create unexpected chewy bits in your breakfast, and the flavor will be sharper and more alive.
  • Overnight oats thicken as they sit, so don't be alarmed if the texture changes from night to morning—this is normal and part of the process.
03 -
  • If you want extra creaminess and richness, use canned coconut milk for half of the liquid—this adds a luxurious texture that feels indulgent for something so simple.
  • Fresh ginger tastes completely different from ground ginger; the fresh version is more peppery and bright, so start with half the amount and adjust because it's stronger than you'd think.
  • Keep a container of pre-mixed spices in your pantry so you can make these on a whim without hunting for five different jars every time.
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