Matcha Coconut Chia Oats (Print Version)

Creamy oats infused with matcha, coconut milk, chia seeds, and fresh fruit for a nourishing start.

# Components:

→ Oats and Liquids

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1/2 cup coconut yogurt
04 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup

→ Seeds and Coconut

06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
07 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for topping

→ Flavor and Toppings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Fresh fruit for topping: kiwi, banana, or berries
10 - Maple syrup for drizzling, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, whisk together the coconut milk, coconut yogurt, matcha powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
02 - Stir in the rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats. Add a splash more coconut milk if desired to achieve your preferred consistency.
05 - Divide into two bowls or jars. Top with fresh fruit, extra coconut, and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It requires literally ten minutes of actual work, then you sleep while breakfast makes itself in the fridge.
  • The matcha gives you sustained energy without the jittery crash of coffee, plus that gorgeous green color that makes mornings feel special.
  • One bowl feels fancy enough for weekend brunch but practical enough to grab on a Tuesday before you've had your first thought.
02 -
  • Matcha powder does not dissolve well in cold liquid without whisking, so don't skip that step or you'll end up with gritty green specks floating around like you're eating a smoothie bowl by accident.
  • The oats will continue to absorb liquid as they sit, so if you make this and eat it a few days later it'll be thicker than when you first made it, which honestly I prefer but your consistency preference might differ.
03 -
  • Use a wide-mouth jar instead of a bowl so you can eat straight from it in the morning and create zero extra dishes, which is genuinely the best part of overnight oats.
  • Whisk your matcha in a separate small amount of milk first if you're worried about lumps, then add it to the rest, though honestly a regular whisk works fine if you actually whisk it.
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