Coconut and Almond Overnight Oats

Coconut and Almond Overnight Oats is a perfect no-cook breakfast option for those busy or lazy mornings. It is very easy to-make and serves as a wholesome meal with its cooling and nourishing benefits. This recipe includes the soothing qualities of coconut with the nourishment from almonds and oats, offering a gentle start to a warm day. Preparation Time - 10 minutes + overnight soaking Cooking Time - 0 minutes Ingredients - * 1cup - rolled oats * 1.5 cups - coconut milk * 2 tablespoon - almond butter * 2 tablespoon - shredded coconut * 1 tablespoon - chia seeds * 1 tablespoon - maple syrup or honey (optional) * 1/4 teaspoon - ground cardamom * A pinch of salt * Sliced almonds * Fresh fruits for topping (optional) Instructions - * In a bowl combine the oats, coconut milk, almond butter, shredded coconut, chia seeds, maple syrup, ground cardamom and a pinch of salt. * Cover the bowl and leave the ingredients to soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. * The next morning, give the mixture a good stir. Adjust the consistency of the mixture using coconut milk. * Finally serve the oats, topped with sliced almonds, shredded coconut and fresh fruits. Nutritional benefits - Adequate protein content from oats & almonds. Healthy fats from coconut milk, almond butter and chia seeds which help in maintaining hormonal balance and brain health. Rich in fiber from oats & chia seeds. Rich in B vitamins, vitaminE, magnesuim and potassium.