Salted Caramel Overnight Oats are a fun meal prep breakfast that's not boring! Full of protein and fiber, these oats are filling and healthy.
Welcome back to another part of my overnight oats series, Dessert for Breakfast. We've covered a lot of my faves with tiramisu overnight oats, birthday cake and blueberry crumble. Today, I'm introducing one of my favourite ingredients, caramel, for these decadent salted caramel overnight oats.
These salted caramel overnight oats are perfection in a jar, and I look forward to eating them every morning! We start with our whole grain oat base, which is soaked in a homemade date milk that infuses a rich, caramel flavour in every bite. Then I top with cacao nuts for crunch, and my homemade vegan caramel sauce. You've never had a healthy breakfast that tastes this good!
Why This Recipe Is Dietitian Approved
- Filling and nutritious. These overnight oats are packed with 8g fibre and 36g of protein, making them a super filling breakfast.
- Meal prep friendly. Overnight oats are my favorite thing to meal prep because they store so well.
- Not boring! Say goodbye to boring breakfasts. I love switching it up every week with new variations like these salted caramel overnight oats.
Ingredients
Oats. Quick, minute or rolled oats will all work well. If you are looking for a gluten-free option, I love One Degree Organics Sprouted oats.
Greek yogurt. Plain or vanilla yogurt are both great options. Vanilla yogurt will create a sweeter taste, while plain will yield a more mild flavour.
Vanilla protein powder. For added flavour and protein! My personal favorite is Nuzest Smooth Vanilla.
Cacao nibs. I love added these for a little crunch. If you haven't tried cacao nibs before, they're an unsweetened cocoa derivative that are high in fiber and iron.
Chia seeds. These are essential to help thicken the overnight oats, while also boosting the fiber content. Black or white chia seeds will both work.
Salt. Salt is crucial for the salted caramel flavour!
Milk. Any milk will work, but I recommend dairy milk or soy milk for a higher protein option.
Dates. Nature's caramel! These add sweetness and a rich, caramel flavour. I recommend using fresh large medjool dates.
Caramel. This is optional for topping, but so delicious for an extra layer of decadence. I love adding my homemade vegan caramel.
The complete ingredient list with measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Instructions
- In a 10 oz glass jar add oats, chia seeds, vanilla protein and cacao nibs. Mix to combine.
- In a high powered blender blend together Greek yogurt, milk, medjool dates and sea salt. Blend until smooth.
- Whisk in the date milk blend into the dry ingredients.
- Top with peanut butter caramel sauce (if desired) and additional cacao nibs, cover and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours to thicken and chill (preferably overnight).
Substitutions and Variations
To make gluten-free: use certified gluten-free oats.
To make dairy-free: use a dairy-free milk and a dairy-free yogurt like Siggi's.
To make nut-free: this recipe is naturally nut-free if you skip my peanut butter caramel sauce.
Equipment
- Mason jar
- Blender
Storage
Salted caramel overnight oats can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Top Tips for Success
I recommend using a high powered blender, to ensure the dates get finely diced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes they can! Just add everything into the blender, and pour into the jar. If blending the oats, I recommend adding the peanut butter caramel in the morning (as they will need to thicken enough to hold it).
I don't recommend using steel cut oats for overnight oats, as the texture will change significantly. Steel cut oats are more closely related to the whole oat, meaning they do have a more tough texture and will not soften enough after just 2 hours.
More Overnight Oat Recipes
Check out the other overnight oats in my Dessert for Breakfast series:
- Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats
- Tiramisu Overnight Oats
- Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
- Berry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
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📖 Recipe
Salted Caramel Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup oats rolled or minute oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or vanilla
- ½ cup milk
- 1-2 large medjool dates seed removed
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter caramel optional for topping
Instructions
- In a 10 oz glass jar add oats, chia seeds, vanilla protein and cacao nibs. Mix to combine.
- In a high powered blender blend together greek yogurt, milk, medjool dates and sea salt. Blend until smooth.
- Whisk in the date milk blend into the dry ingredients.
- Top with peanut butter caramel sauce (if desired) and additional cacao nibs, cover and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours to thicken and chill (preferably overnight).
Rachel says
Delicious and so easy!!
Laekin says
These turned out great! Delicious! Thanks for sharing your recipes and meal prep ideas.
Nicole Addison says
Great for an easy meal prep breakfast when you're craving something sweet! I hope you love this one!