4 Metabolism-Boosting Overnight Oats Recipes You Must Try This Week

If you’re trying to lose weight, consider adding oats to your meal plan overnight. According to nutritionist Carrie GabrielMS, RDN, from Step 2 NutritionOvernight oats provide a plethora of benefits. Oats are low in calories on their own, but are very filling due to their high fiber content, especially prebiotic fibers called beta-glucans. Beta-glucans are known to aid in weight loss and preventing overeating.”

She adds, “Beta-glucans in oats are also known to reduce cholesterol circulation in the blood by aiding in the excretion of cholesterol-rich bile, helping to prevent heart disease and stroke.” Simply put, beta-glucans in oats can promote overall heart health.

In addition, “Overnight oats also consist of insoluble fiber, which aids in bowel movements and prevents constipation.” When this happens, fiber makes our stools bulkier and helps them soak in water. As a result, stool passes more easily through the colon.

Gabriel also says, “Overnight oats can boost brain function. Because oats are a carbohydrate, they contain glucose, the fuel our brains rely on to function. Oats fortified with vitamin B can help preserve memory and prevent cognitive impairment. disorders.”

Want to try overnight oats? Keep reading as Gabriel shares some of her favorite recipes.

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Blueberries Overnight Oats

Note: Gabriel mentions that this is best made in a mason jar, but a small square Tupperware is also good.

ingredients

•1/2 cup plain or rolled oats

•1 cup non-dairy milk such as cashew or almond milk

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

•¼ teaspoon cinnamon

•¼ cup blueberries

•1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Directions

•In a medium bowl, add oats, non-dairy milk of your choice, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon and honey. Mix all ingredients together.

•Wash blueberries and set aside.

• In a 12-ounce mason jar (or any 12-ounce container of your choice), make layers of oatmeal batter, alternating with blueberries and walnuts.

• Cover and put in the fridge overnight.

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Pumpkin Overnight Oats

ingredients

•2/3 cup gluten-free oatmeal

•3-4 tablespoons pumpkin puree

• 1/4 cup almond milk

•1 tablespoon maple syrup

•2 teaspoon chia seeds

•1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

•1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• handful of chopped walnuts

•Large handful of Purely Elizabeth Pumpkin Cinnamon Ancient Grain Granola (optional)

Directions

•Start adding the milk and chia seeds.

•Add the herbs and maple syrup. Give it a heads up.

•Add the oats. Ideally, the oat mixture is saturated with the milk, but not completely submerged. You can add more oatmeal or milk until you do.

•Place the pumpkin puree on top (3-4 tablespoons should be enough).

•Add the chopped walnuts. At this point, you can add a little more maple syrup if desired. You can also choose to add the granola on top. Feel free to use any granola.

•Put a lid on it and put it in the fridge until morning.

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Chocolate Almond Butter Overnight Oats

ingredients

•1/2 cup unsweetened milk of your choice

•1/2 cup rolled oats

•2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground linseed

•1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

•2 tablespoons of natural almond butter

•2 tablespoons cocoa powder

•1-2 tablespoons maple syrup

Directions

• Whisk all ingredients together in a medium bowl.

•Spoon into a jar with a tight-fitting lid.

• Keep in the fridge overnight and eat in the morning.

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Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

ingredients

•1 ripe banana

•1 tablespoons peanut butter

•1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

•1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

•1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)

•1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal

•1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

Directions

•Peel and mash the banana.

•Add the peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla and milk. Stir well.

•Add the oatmeal and honey or maple syrup.

•Put the lid on the jar and let it sit in the fridge overnight.

•You can also double this recipe and make it two or three times!