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Creamy Overnight Oats with Brown Butter Pecans and Maple Cinnamon

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Velvety, thick, and just a little bit crunchy, these creamy overnight oats with brown butter pecans and maple cinnamon offer a comforting and exciting breakfast with a perfect balance of smooth, crunchy, and sweet textures.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (45g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • ¼ cup (60g) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped raw pecans
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter and toast pecans: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Cook, swirling gently, until it foams and turns a rich golden brown with a nutty aroma. Add chopped pecans, stir to coat, and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly crisp. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Mix the oats base: In a jar or bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Add the pecans: Fold the browned butter pecans into the oat mixture, reserving a few for topping.
  4. Refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours): Cover and place in the fridge to allow oats to soak and thicken.
  5. Prepare the maple cinnamon drizzle: Mix maple syrup with ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Adjust cinnamon to taste.
  6. Serve: Stir oats gently in the morning, top with reserved browned butter pecans, and drizzle with maple cinnamon mixture. Add a splash of milk if desired for a looser consistency.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; quick oats become mushy. Brown butter carefully to avoid burning. If pecans lose crunch overnight, toast fresh ones before serving. Stir in extra milk if oats are too thick after refrigeration. Vegan substitutions include plant-based yogurt and vegan butter.

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Keywords: overnight oats, creamy oats, brown butter pecans, maple cinnamon, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, gluten-free, vegan option

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