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Baklava Overnight Oats Recipe

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This Baklava Overnight Oats recipe blends the rich, nutty flavors of traditional baklava with wholesome oats for a delicious and nutritious breakfast. Featuring a mix of pistachios, walnuts, almond flour, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and lime zest, these oats are soaked overnight in creamy nondairy milk and yogurt to create a perfectly creamy texture. Topped with fresh fruit and an optional crispy filo topping, it’s a delightful and easy make-ahead meal that captures the essence of baklava in a healthy, convenient form.

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)
  • 2 tablespoons non-dairy yogurt

Toppings

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

Instructions

  1. Make the baklava nut mixture: Chop the nuts using a food processor or finely with a knife into a coarse texture and place them in a bowl. Combine with salt, lime zest, and cinnamon if using. Add maple syrup and mix until the mixture is slightly sticky.
  2. Prepare the oats: Heat the nondairy milk either in a saucepan or microwave until hot, then let it cool slightly. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, non-dairy yogurt, lime zest, and 3/4 cup of the heated milk. Stir until well combined.
  3. Combine oat and nut mixtures: Fold about one-quarter to one-third of the nut mixture into the oat mixture. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb some liquid and soften.
  4. Adjust consistency: If the oat mixture thickens too much, add additional nondairy milk in small increments (1-2 tablespoons) to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Assemble jars: Transfer the oat mixture into mason jars or serving containers. Top with the remaining nut mixture and, if desired, sprinkle hemp seeds over the top. Add sliced fresh fruit such as oranges, bananas, or berries on top.
  6. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the jars for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and oats to fully soften. Keep refrigerated and consume within four days.
  7. Optional filo crisp topping: Brush a filo sheet with oil, sprinkle evenly with a mixture of 1 teaspoon brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until crisp. Break into pieces and serve alongside or as a crunchy topping for the overnight oats.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond flour with extra chopped nuts of your choice.
  • Use any nondairy milk and yogurt according to your preference to keep the recipe vegan.
  • The filo crisp is optional but adds a pleasant texture contrast reminiscent of traditional baklava.
  • Adjust sweetness with maple syrup as desired to suit your taste.
  • Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to four days for convenient meal prep.
  • Adding hemp seeds enhances the nutritional value with healthy fats and protein.
  • If you prefer warm oats, reheat gently before serving.

Keywords: baklava overnight oats, vegan overnight oats, healthy breakfast, pistachio oats, chia seeds, nondairy oats, make-ahead breakfast

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