Zesty Key Lime Pie Overnight Oats for a Bright Morning Boost Recipe
This Zesty Key Lime Pie Overnight Oats recipe is a refreshing and nutritious way to start your day. Combining the tangy flavors of key lime with creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy chia seeds, this no-cook breakfast provides a bright morning boost with a delightful graham cracker topping. Perfect for busy mornings, it’s easy to prepare the night before and enjoy a vibrant, healthy meal that feels like dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base
- 1 cup Old Fashioned Oats (Rolled oats are a good substitute, avoid instant oats)
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds (Ground flaxseeds can be a suitable alternative)
- 1 cup Milk (Use your favorite dairy or non-dairy milk)
For the Creamy Mixture
- ½ cup Key Lime Greek Yogurt (Regular Greek yogurt can be used with more lime juice)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (Maple syrup is a great vegan substitute)
- ¼ cup Key Lime Juice (Regular lime juice can be used if key limes aren’t available)
For the Topping
- ¼ cup Crushed Graham Crackers (Substitute with crushed cookies or granola if desired)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, mix together the oats and chia seeds thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add Liquid and Yogurt: Stir in the milk, key lime Greek yogurt, honey, and key lime juice until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Refrigerate Mixture: Cover the jar or bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 5 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and absorb the flavors.
- Prepare to Serve: Before enjoying, give the oats a good stir to recombine all ingredients and achieve a creamy consistency.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers on top for a sweet and crunchy finish that mimics the classic key lime pie crust.
Notes
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making this recipe perfect for meal prep.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or using maple syrup for a vegan version.
- If key lime Greek yogurt is unavailable, regular Greek yogurt with additional lime juice works just as well.
- For added texture, consider mixing in fresh fruit or nuts at serving time.
- Chia seeds can be replaced with ground flaxseeds if preferred, though chia provides a unique gel-like texture.
Keywords: overnight oats, key lime pie, breakfast, healthy, no-cook, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, easy recipe
