High-Protein Horchata-Inspired Overnight Oats is a healthy and delicious breakfast. These overnight oats have 365 kcal and 12 g of protein in a single serving. They contain brown rice, almond milk, Greek-style yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, rolled oats, and sliced almonds. This recipe is vegetarian, as it contains no meat or fish, so people following a vegetarian diet can easily enjoy these overnight oats. These High-Protein Horchata-Inspired Overnight Oats are prepared in 10 minutes, perfect for a quick breakfast or make-ahead morning meal. Serve these overnight oats with fresh strawberries, sliced bananas, chopped walnuts, or a cup of coffee.
STATS:
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Duration for Preparation: Ten minutes
- Serving size: 1
- Cook time: Nil
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Total time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Course: Breakfast
- Diet: High-Protein, Vegetarian
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Airtight containers
- Spoon
- Refrigerator
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 package brown rice
- 2 cups plain almond milk – unsweetened
- Two tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- One teaspoon cinnamon powder
- Almonds slices
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BROWN RICE:
- Add the microwaveable brown rice to make this recipe quick and convenient, and it will also provide a pleasantly chewy texture. We have to prepare the rice according to the package directions, then allow it to cool slightly before mixing.
ALMOND MILK:
- Add the unsweetened plain almond milk to create a light and creamy base without adding excessive sweetness. We have to use the unsweetened milk so the maple syrup and cinnamon flavors remain balanced.
GREEK-STYLE YOGURT:
- Add the whole-milk strained yogurt to include creaminess and protein in the overnight oats. Greek-style yogurt works particularly well because its thick consistency gives the oats a rich texture.
MAPLE SYRUP:
- Add the pure maple syrup to include natural sweetness and complement the warm cinnamon flavor. We have to adjust the amount according to how sweet we want the overnight oats.
CINNAMON:
- Add the cinnamon to include the essential horchata-inspired flavor in the overnight oats. We have to use fresh ground cinnamon for the best aroma and flavor.
ROLLED OATS:
- Add the old-fashioned rolled oats to absorb the milk and yogurt mixture while maintaining a satisfying texture. We have to avoid quick oats because they can become overly soft.
SLICED ALMONDS:
- Add the sliced almonds to include a pleasant crunch and reinforce the nutty flavor of the almond milk. They are optional, but they will make a delicious garnish.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make the brown rice as it is mentioned on the pack then put them in the corner to get cool.
- Include the almond milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, Greek yogurt, and salt and whisk to make it smooth.
- Add the rolled oats & brown rice in the vessel and mix to distribute equally.
- Include the mixture equally in the four jars and cover and put in the fridge for 4 hours till the oats get soft.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon & almond slices on top and serve chilled.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRUITS:
- Fresh Strawberries
- Sliced Bananas
- Diced Apples
- Blueberries
NUTS & SEEDS:
- Sliced Almonds
- Chopped Walnuts
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Chia Seeds
TOPPINGS:
- Cinnamon
- Coconut Flakes
- Almond Butter
- Peanut Butter
DAIRY:
- Greek Yogurt
- Cottage Cheese
BEVERAGES:
- Almond Milk
- Coffee
- Chai Tea
- Cinnamon Tea
TIPS:
- Put the oats in the fridge for around four hours to form the good texture.
- Include the additional cinnamon pinch to add strong horchata taste.
- Add the cool rice in the mixture so it doesn’t get hot before putting them in the fridge.
- Include the almond slices when you are ready to serve so they remain crispy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the oats in the tight box and store for three days.
FREEZER:
- Don’t freeze the yogurt and cooked rice as the texture will not remain same.
FAQs:
Will I prepare these oats without brown rice?
- Yes, we would easily prepare them without brown rice and increase the quantity of the oats though it is better to add it as it adds the nice chewy texture.
Will I add any other variety of milk?
- Yes, add the soy milk, dairy milk, or oat milk instead to make these oats.
How to make this recipe without dairy?
- Add the vegan Greek yogurt to make the dish without dairy.
Can we prepare the oats less sweet?
- Yes, decrease the maple syrup or exclude it then add the sweet taste with fresh fruits.
Will we have them warm?
- Yes, we can have this warm, though we would serve this chilled traditionally.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving size: 1
Calories: 365 kcal
Net carbs: 49 g
Iron: 2.7 mg
Serving: 4
Total carbs: 55 g
Vitamin A: 75 µg RAE
Fiber: 6 g
Calcium: 180 mg
Protein: 12 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Potassium: 300 mg
