Description
A creamy, dreamy breakfast creation that melds rolled oats with the rich flavors of sweet chestnuts, maple syrup, and cinnamon, delivering a nutritious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or any unsweetened plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chestnut puree (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons chopped roasted chestnuts
- 2 tablespoons candied pecans, chopped
- Optional toppings: Additional maple syrup, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and more chopped nuts
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, add rolled oats and chia seeds. Stir to combine.
- Pour in milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until mixed evenly.
- Sprinkle in ground cinnamon and chestnut puree. Mix until ingredients blend harmoniously.
- Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to allow chia seeds to soak up the liquid.
- Spoon the mixture into two jars or containers, ensuring even distribution.
- Cover the jars and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle chopped roasted chestnuts and chopped candied pecans on top. Add a drizzle of maple syrup and a dusting of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
For a chocolate variation, add cocoa powder; for a nut-free option, replace nuts with seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg