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    Gingerbread Chocolate Overnight Oats {Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free}

    Published: Dec 15, 2014 · Modified: Nov 8, 2022 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Gingerbread Chocolate Overnight Oats is the perfect way to keep you healthy through the busy, holiday season!

    This delicious Gingerbread Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe is an easy way to stay on track with your healthy habits! Make few of these gingerbread overnight oats recipe to keep in the refrigerator for a quick breakfast or snack.

    Close up picture of a clear jar of overnight oats with cacao nibs and a silver spoon coming out the top, another jar of oats is in the background.

    Most of you know how much I love my overnight oats (ok, I am borderline obsessed with them) so I decided to create a festive one to eat during the holidays.  Maybe these will help satisfy our cravings for actual gingerbread?

    Maybe?

    Or…we could have these overnight oats AND a small piece of gingerbread.  That's a good compromise, right?

    If you like overnight oats you might also like my Creamy Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats, Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats or my Apple Pie Overnight Oats. All of these would be delicious with my Apple Chai Latte or my Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate.

    Why You Should Make This Overnight Oats Recipe

    I love making overnight oats on Sundays (my prep day) and I usually make at least 4 or 5 at a time. This way when I need a healthy breakfast or lunch, I am all ready to go!

    Especially around the holidays when I typically eat more carbohydrates and comfort foods than I usually do.

    The good thing about these Make Ahead Overnight Oats is that they are so simple to prepare, you can make 4 or 5 of them EVEN DURING THE HOLIDAYS.

    These overnight oats are a wonderful source of protein and a delicious way to start your day. I am always trying to add protein to all of my meals and snacks.

    Remember, protein help keeps you full.

    Eating breakfast in the mornings doesn't have to be hard. These are so convenient you can even eat them in your car!

    Picture of gingerbread overnight oats recipe in a clear glass jar on a green plaid towel.

    Recipe Ingredients for This Overnight Oats Recipe

    • Oats- Quick oats work best in overnight oats because of the texture. You can use whatever oats you have in your house and see what you personally like best.
    • Almond milk-I use unsweetened almond milk because I do not want any added sugars in my overnight oats. You can use unsweetened plain almond milk or unsweetened vanilla almond milk here.
    • Chia seeds- These babies are packed with protein, fiber and antioxidants. Chia seeds also give a wonderful crunchy texture.
    • Ground ginger
    • Vanilla extract- I use pure vanilla extract which doesn’t contain any artificial flavors or additives, it’s just pure vanilla made from alcohol. I use this one.
    • Maple syrup- Look for your label to say 100% pure maple syrup and the ingredients should only say that.
    • Protein powder- All protein powders are NOT created equally. There are so many in the grocery stores that contain unnecessary additives, preservatives and sugars. Please really all ingredient labels to ensure you aren't buying junk. I like this protein powder and also this one.
    • Cacao nibs- Cacao nibs are made from crushed cocoa beans and are loaded with antioxidants.
    Close up of a clear jar of overnight oats overhead, with cacao nibs and a silver spoon coming out the top.

    Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips

    Can I eat these oats after a couple of hours and if they didn't sit in the refrigerator overnight?

    Yes, you can eat these overnight oats after at least 30 minutes. They might not be a s soft as they are after sitting overnight, but they are still very delicious.

    Can I use another dairy free milk for these overnight oats?

    Yes of course! My go-to is always unsweetened almond milk, but you can also use coconut milk, oat milk, soy milk, whatever you like.

    I don't have maple syrup, what else can I use to sweeten my overnight oats?

    You can also use an equal amounts of honey in these overnight oats. You can also use liquid Monk fruit (my personal favorite)!

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    Gingerbread Chocolate Overnight Oats

    These delicious Gingerbread Chocolate Overnight Oats are packed with protein and fiber and are an easy way to stack on track with your healthy habits!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, pre-workout, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 227kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups oats
    • 2 cups almond milk
    • ¼ cup chia seeds
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ginger
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 2 teaspoons 100% pure maple syrup
    • 2 scoops Chocolate protein powder
    • Cacao nibs for topping

    Instructions

    • Place all of the ingredients except for cacao nibs in a small bowl or jar.
    • Stir well and cover.
    • Place in the refrigerator overnight.
    • Top with cacao nibs.
    • Eat and enjoy!

    Notes

    Cacao nibs, sunflower seeds, sliced almonds, chia seeds and help seeds all offer a little crunch. You can add them during meal prep or add them right before you eat them.
    Some people have mentioned they can't get into the "cold" oatmeal AKA overnight oats. I always tell them to make these ahead of time and just quickly heat them up before you eat them if you'd like.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Andrea Thueson

      November 29, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      5 stars
      These gingerbread overnight oats were so tasty! I just went back and made a batch for the week! So good!

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      • Lauren Kelly

        November 30, 2021 at 6:19 am

        So happy you liked it, Andrea! It's one of our favorites too. Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Julia

      October 25, 2021 at 5:59 am

      5 stars
      My teen is obsessed with overnight oats and she was so into the holiday flavours! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Allyssa

      October 25, 2021 at 5:45 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for sharing this amazing gingerbread chocolate overnight oats recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

      Reply
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