Description
Enjoy Pear Overnight Oats with caramelized pears and honeyed Greek yogurt for a creamy, gourmet breakfast inspired by French patisseries!
Ingredients
For the Overnight Oats Base:
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2½ cups unsweetened almond milk
1 cup Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
For the Caramelized Pears:
4 ripe but firm pears, diced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
For Garnish:
½ cup toasted pecans, chopped
Fresh mint leaves
Extra honey for drizzling
Instructions
Prepare the Overnight Oats Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well until fully incorporated.
- Add chia seeds and mix thoroughly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Caramelize the Pears:
- In a medium pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced pears, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pears are tender and caramelized.
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Assembly (Next Morning):
- Give the overnight oats a good stir.
- Layer in glass jars: overnight oats, caramelized pears, and repeat.
- Top pear overnight oats with toasted pecans, fresh mint, and a drizzle of honey.
Notes
Overnight oats can be prepared up to 3 days in advance.
Store assembled overnight oats in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
Caramelized pears can be made ahead and stored separately for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 414 mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg