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Sweet Potato Pie Overnight Oats

A southern dessert classic in a jar! Sweet Potato Pie Overnight Oats are a sweet, healthy, and filling breakfast or brunch that showcases caramelized pecans, real mashed sweet potatoes, and gluten-free oats.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Keyword: breakfast, classic, dairy-free, easy, fall recipe, food, gluten-free, healthy, homemade, indulge, plant-based, recipe, snack, spices, sweet potatoes, vegan
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 773kcal
Author: Shanika

Ingredients

OVERNIGHT OATS:

  • 1 cup Thick-cut rolled oats, GF certified
  • 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes (See Notes!)
  • 1 cup Almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • 2 Tbsps pure maple syrup
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • pinch of ground allspice
  • pinch of sea salt

CARAMELIZED PECANS TOPPING:

  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans (See Notes!)
  • ¼ cup organic brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsps vegan butter
  • 2-3 Tbsps full-fat coconut milk, canned
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of sea salt

OPTIONAL TOPPING:

  • Pure maple syrup, for drizzle
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Instructions

OVERNIGHT OATS:

  • Add all ingredients to a medium bowl, stirring until well combined.
  • Tightly cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours).

CARAMELIZED PECANS TOPPING:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, add the butter and brown sugar, stirring until it begins to bubble. Add in the cinnamon, nutmeg, coconut milk, and salt and whisk until well combined. Add in the toasted pecans and stir until pecans are fully coated. Once done, remove from heat and let cool (at room temperature) so that the sauce thickens, about 5-6 minutes.
  • To serve (hot or cold), add oats to a bowl or mason jar and top it with the caramelized pecans, and additional pure maple syrup, if desired.
  • Bon Appetit!

Notes

  • STORAGE: Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Perfect for meal prep for the week!
  • TOASTED NUTS: Add chopped pecans/walnuts to a baking sheet and toasting them in the oven (400 degrees Fahrenheit) for 5-10 minutes, tossing them halfway to avoid browning on one side.
  • SWEETENER: Instead of pure maple syrup, you can simply use Agave or additional mashed sweet potatoes.
  • MILK: You can use your favorite plant-based milk, whether Soy, Oat, Coconut, Flax milk, etc.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 773kcal | Carbohydrates: 146g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 1797mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 53818IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 534mg | Iron: 6mg