Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats (Printable version)
Tropical overnight oats with coconut cream pie flavors—creamy, nutritious, and ready when you wake up.
# What you need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (carton)
03 - 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
→ Cream Pie Elements
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or almonds
11 - Fresh banana slices (optional)
# How To:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the oats to soften completely and the flavors to meld together.
03 - Before serving, stir the mixture well. If the oats have absorbed too much liquid, add additional coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time until reaching your desired consistency.
04 - Divide the overnight oats evenly between two bowls or jars. Top each serving with toasted coconut flakes, toasted pecans or almonds, and fresh banana slices if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Youll feel like youre eating dessert for breakfast while getting protein and fiber to keep you full
- The prep takes literally five minutes before bed, and mornings become effortless
- That toasted coconut topping creates the most incredible crunch that makes ordinary oats feel special
02 -
- The first time I made these, I skipped toasting the coconut flakes and they were fine but nothing special—toasting changes everything
- These keep for three days in the fridge, so double the batch and save yourself from morning decision fatigue
03 -
- Toasting coconut and nuts takes three minutes in a dry pan over medium heat—do not walk away or they will burn
- If you are using canned coconut milk, shake the can hard before opening or you will get separated layers