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Baklava Overnight Oats Recipe

Baklava Overnight Oats Recipe
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Baklava Overnight Oats combine the rich flavors of baklava nuts and warm spices with creamy, nourishing oats soaked overnight. This vegan, dairy-free breakfast offers a deliciously textured, sweet, and nutty start to your day, enhanced with fresh fruits and a hint of lime zest for brightness.

Ingredients

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Nut Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons raw pistachios (or roasted unsalted pistachios)
  • 1 tablespoon almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon walnuts (or pecans or more pistachios)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Oat Mixture

  • 1 1/4 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon or more maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 to 1 cup nondairy milk (such as almond, oat, soy, coconut milk)
  • 2 tablespoons non-dairy yogurt

Toppings and Optional

  • Fruits of choice such as oranges, banana, or berries
  • Optional: hemp seeds for topping
  • Optional filo crisp: filo sheet, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, oil for brushing

Instructions

  1. Make the baklava nut mixture: Chop all nuts using a food processor or knife into a coarse mixture. Transfer to a bowl and add salt, lime zest, and cinnamon if using. Stir in maple syrup, mixing until the mixture becomes slightly sticky.
  2. Prepare the oat mixture: Heat the nondairy milk until hot using a saucepan or microwave. In a separate bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, nondairy yogurt, and lime zest. Pour in 3/4 cup of the heated milk and stir until well combined.
  3. Combine nut and oat mixtures: Fold about one-quarter to one-third of the nut mixture into the oat mixture. Allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes so the oats can absorb the liquid, thickening the mixture.
  4. Adjust consistency if needed: If the oat mixture becomes too thick, gradually add extra nondairy milk 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, stirring to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Assemble the jars: Prepare serving jars or bowls. Spoon the oat mixture into the jars, then top with the remaining nut mixture. Add hemp seeds if desired, and arrange fresh fruits like orange slices, strawberries, bananas, or blueberries on top.
  6. Refrigerate: Cover the jars and refrigerate overnight or up to four days to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
  7. Optional filo crisp topping: For a crispy accent, brush a filo pastry sheet with oil, sprinkle with a mix of 1 teaspoon brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Break into pieces and serve on the side or as a crunchy topping.

Notes

  • Maple syrup can be adjusted based on your preferred sweetness level.
  • Use any nondairy milk you like; almond or oat milk work especially well.
  • The lime zest adds a fresh citrus note to complement the nuts and spices.
  • Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
  • For added protein, consider including hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds.
  • The optional filo crisp adds a delightful crunchy texture reminiscent of baklava.
  • Ensure nuts are chopped coarsely to mimic the texture of baklava layers.

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