Healthy Coconut Mango Overnight Oats Recipe

What You'll Need

• 1 cup rolled oatsuse gluten-free oats if needed; they add texture and heartiness to your oats.
• 1 cup coconut milkcanned or carton; canned coconut milk gives a creamier texture, while carton is lighter.
• 1 tbsp chia seedsthey thicken the mixture and add a boost of omega-3 fatty acids.
• 1 tbsp maple syrupor honey for sweetness; maple syrup adds a rich flavor that pairs beautifully with coconut.
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extractadds warmth and depth to the flavor profile.
• 1 medium mangopeeled and diced; choose a ripe one for the sweetest flavor and juiciest texture.
• 1/4 cup shredded coconutunsweetened for topping; it brings a pleasureful chewiness and enhances the coconut flavor.
• 1/4 tsp cinnamonoptional, for flavor; it adds a warm spice note that complements the mango.
• 1 tbsp lime juicefreshly squeezed; it brightens the flavors and balances sweetness.
• 1 tbsp coconut flakesto garnish; they add an extra layer of coconut goodness and crunch.
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seedsfor added crunch; they give a nutty flavor and a satisfying texture contrast.

When shopping for your ingredients, look for ripe mangoes that yield slightly when pressed for the best sweetness. Canned coconut milk can be found in various fat contents; I prefer full-fat for creaminess in my Coconut Mango Overnight Oats, but reduced-fat works too if you're watching calories.

Easy Substitutions

• Dairy-free: swap coconut milk for almond milk — result changes to a lighter texture and flavor, but you'll miss that creamy richness.
• Gluten-free: use gluten-free rolled oats instead of regular rolled oats — result changes to an equal texture and taste, but ensures it's safe for gluten sensitivities.
• Lower calorie: substitute maple syrup with stevia or a sugar-free sweetener — result changes to less sweetness, so you might want to adjust the amount to taste.