Matcha Coconut Chia Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats infused with matcha, coconut, and chia seeds for a vibrant and nourishing breakfast.

# What Goes In:

→ Oats and Liquids

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1/2 cup plain coconut yogurt
04 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup

→ Seeds and Coconut

06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
07 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for topping

→ Flavor and Toppings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Fresh fruit such as kiwi, banana, or berries for topping
10 - Additional maple syrup for drizzling, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, whisk together coconut milk, coconut yogurt, matcha powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and thoroughly combined.
02 - Stir in rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until the mixture reaches a thick and creamy consistency.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats and add a splash of coconut milk if a looser consistency is preferred.
05 - Divide into two bowls or jars. Top with fresh fruit, extra coconut, and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required, yet it feels like a treat you actually put effort into making.
  • The matcha keeps you alert and calm at the same time, which sounds like a contradiction but tastes like magic.
  • It's naturally dairy-free and gluten-free without feeling like you're eating a compromise.
02 -
  • If your overnight oats taste grainy or separated in the morning, you likely didn't whisk the matcha thoroughly before mixing, because those undissolved particles will never fully integrate no matter how long you wait.
  • The ratio of liquid to oats matters more than you think, so measure instead of eyeballing, because overnight oats don't cook down like regular oatmeal and will either be soup or cement if you're not careful.
03 -
  • Whisk your matcha in a small amount of the coconut milk first before combining with the rest of the liquid, as this prevents lumps better than any other method I've tried.
  • Toast your coconut in a dry pan for two minutes right before serving, because warm toasted coconut against cold oats is a textural revelation you won't forget.
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