Description

This Birthday Cake Overnight Oats recipe offers a delicious and effortless way to start your day with flavors reminiscent of a celebration cake. Combining rolled oats, creamy Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and a touch of vanilla and almond extracts, this no-cook breakfast is naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and topped with colorful rainbow sprinkles for a fun and festive touch. Ready overnight, it’s perfect for a quick and nutritious morning meal.

Ingredients

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Overnight Oats Base

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Pinch of salt

Topping

1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey, optional almond extract, and a pinch of salt.
Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients well until fully combined, ensuring the oats are evenly coated and the chia seeds are distributed.
Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator to let the mixture soak and thicken overnight for at least 6 to 8 hours.
Stir and Add Toppings: In the morning, give the oats a good stir to mix any settled ingredients. Sprinkle the colorful rainbow sprinkles over the top.
Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy the overnight oats straight from the jar for convenience, or transfer to a bowl if you prefer. This makes a quick and festive breakfast option.

Notes

You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice such as cow’s milk, soy, oat, or coconut milk.
For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure yogurt is plant-based.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey based on your preference.
Almond extract is optional but it adds a lovely nutty aroma that complements the birthday cake flavor.
Overnight oats can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days, but the sprinkles are best added fresh before serving to maintain their texture.
To increase protein content, add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or increase the Greek yogurt amount.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American