Cranberry Overnight Oats Recipe

Hey there, amazing readers! 👋 Today, we’ve got a breakfast treat that’s as easy as it is delicious – A Cranberry Overnight Oats Recipe! Picture this: you, a cozy kitchen, and a jar filled with the most scrumptious oats ready to kickstart your day.

If you love the bright taste of cranberries, and have some leftover from your holiday meals, then this recipe is a must try.

Cranberry Overnight Oats Recipe

About Cranberry Overnight Oats

Do you have some leftover cranberries from your holiday dinners? Well, you can transform them into an easy morning breakfast with our Cranberry Overnight Oats. This recipe also helps save money on groceries by using what you have leftover. 🍂🥣

And if you don’t have any leftover cranberry sauce, that’s ok because you can also make your own from scratch for this recipe. It’s super easy to make.

Those little red berries have a way of adding a pop of flavor to any dish, don’t they? I just love them! I had lots of leftover cranberry sauce, so I mixed it with oats, milk, and a touch of sweetness to create a simple, flavorful breakfast. It turned out so good that I had to share it with you!

💁‍♀️ This recipe is made to fit a 12oz wide mouth jar. If you need to make larger quantities, you can easily double, triple, or quadruple the recipe. Just use the handy recipe app below to scale up the recipe.

Ingredients For Cranberry Overnight Oats

Cranberry Sauce

1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries: Use fresh berries for your cranberry sauce for a fresh and tart flavor profile that you cannot get from canned.

1/2 tsp Nutmeg: Nutmeg introduces a warm and earthy spice to the oats.

1/2 tsp Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds a familiar warmth.

2 tbsp Maple Syrup: You can use more or less depending on how sweet you like your cranberry sauce.

Overnight Oats

1/2 cup Rolled Oats: The hearty foundation of this recipe.

1 tbsp Chia Seeds: Tiny powerhouses packed with omega-3 fatty acids.

1 pinch Celtic Sea Salt: Celtic sea salt has a rich mineral content including magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc and other trace elements.

1/2 tsp Real Vanilla: I love putting real vanilla into my oats.

1 tbsp Maple Syrup: Use this instead of processed sugar.

3 tbsp Greek Yogurt: 2 tbsp for the recipe and 1 tbsp for the topping.

1 tbsp Dried Craisins: For some extra texture.

1/2 cup Oat Milk: Or use your favorite milk.

1 tbsp Candied Ginger for topping: Adds a bit of warmth and complexity to the flavor.

1 tsp Cocoa Nibs for topping

Recipe Steps For Cranberry Overnight Oats

Step 1

Prepare the Cranberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, nutmeg, cinnamon and maple syrup over medium heat. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, mashing the cranberries with a fork as they cook. Once the cranberries are soft and the mixture has thickened, remove from heat.

Allow the sauce to cool and thicken.

Step 2

Make The Oats: In a small bowl, add rolled oats, chia seeds, sea salt, vanilla, maple syrup, Greek yogurt & craisins.

Step 3

Pour Oat Milk: Add the oat milk to the mixture and stir all of the ingredients thoroughly, making sure no dry pockets remain. The chia seeds should be evenly dispersed.

Step 4

Wait For Oats To Set A Bit: Wait for about 20 minutes for the oats to thicken before going to the next step of layering.

Step 5

Layering: Take a 12 oz jar and start by adding a layer of the prepared overnight oats mixture at the bottom. Spoon a layer of the cranberry sauce on top of the oats. Add another layer of the overnight oats on top of the cranberry sauce. Continue alternating layers until the jar is filled, finishing with a layer of the cranberry sauce on top.

Step 6

Cover and Refrigerate: Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and flavors.

Step 7

Morning Check: When morning arrives, check to see if you like the consistency and add more oat milk if desired.

Step 8

Top and Enjoy: Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt & candied ginger. Enjoy!

Here’s the printable recipe with video.

Reasons to love this Cranberry Overnight Oats Recipe

Easy Mornings:

This Cranberry Overnight Oats requires minimal effort the night before so you can just grab it and go in the morning. If you want something creamy and warm, then give this cranberry walnut stovetop oats a try.

Uses Up Leftovers:

If you have leftover cranberry sauce, this recipe is a must try.

Nutrient-Rich Goodness:

Packed with the wholesome goodness of oats and the antioxidant power of cranberries, this recipe is not just tasty but also a nutritious way to kickstart your morning.

Easily Customizable:

Customize it your way. Whether you prefer it with a splash of oat milk, topped with nuts, or paired with your favorite fruits, this Cranberry Overnight Oats can be made with your favorites.

Cranberry Overnight Oats FAQs

Extra Topping Ideas For Cranberry Overnight Oats

• Chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
• Shredded coconut
• Sliced bananas
• Drizzle of honey or agave nectar
• Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
• Sprinkle of flaxseeds
• Granola clusters for extra crunch
• A dash of cinnamon or nutmeg
• Diced apples or pears

Thanks for trying out this recipe! I hope you love these cranberry overnight oats as much as I do. If you enjoyed it, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a comment to let me know how it turned out. Happy breakfasting!

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