Bircher Muesli Overnight Oats

This overnight oats recipe also called Bircher Muesli is made by soaking oats overnight with juice, milk, honey, vanilla, and greek yogurt and then fold in vanilla whipped cream for extra creaminess and topped with fresh fruits, dried fruits, and nuts. It is the perfect and delicious easy, grab-and-go breakfast.

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Bircher Muesli Overnight Oats

This overnight oats recipe also called Bircher Muesli is made by soaking oats overnight with juice, milk, honey, vanilla, and greek yogurt and then fold in vanilla whipped cream for extra creaminess and topped with fresh fruits, dried fruits, and nuts. It is the perfect and delicious easy, grab-and-go breakfast.

Prep Time10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: French

Keyword: birch muesli, muesli, overnight muesli, overnight oats

Servings:

Author: Modern Honey® - www.modernhoney.com

Ingredients

3 cups Rolled Oats *
3/4 cup Orange Juice (may add 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups Milk *
3 to 4 Tablespoons Honey
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

To Fold-in:

1/2 cup Heavy Cream (for whipping)
1 to 2 Apples (grated or diced)
Brown Sugar

Garnish:

Berries, Nuts, Dried Fruits, Fresh Fruits (see notes for list)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, add rolled oats, orange juice, milk, honey, yogurt, and vanilla and stir until combined. Cover the bowl or place in a large jar. Place in the refrigerator and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
When ready to serve, whip 1/2 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into the bircher muesli. Fold in grated or diced apples.
Top with a generous amount of brown sugar and fruits, nuts, seeds, or dried fruits. May drizzle with honey.
Store in the refrigerator in covered container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Topping and Add-in Ideas:

- Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, Walnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Chia Seeds, Flaxseeds

- Fresh Fruits: Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Bananas, Grated Apples, Peaches, Apricots, and more.

- Dried Fruits: Dried Cranberries, Dried Cherries, Dried Apricots

- Sweeteners: Brown Sugar, Honey, Maple syrup, Agave Nectar

- Spices: Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Vanilla Extract

Protein Powder or Collagen Peptides: For added creaminess and protein

I use Fairlife milk for extra protein (13 grams per cup)

How long can I store Overnight Oats?

Bircher muesli (overnight oats) can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The oats will continue to soften the longer they sit, so if you prefer a firmer texture, consume them within the first two days.

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