Ube Overnight Oats are a quick, versatile, and nutritious breakfast option that you can prepare in advance, with a bit of ube for a colorfully purple island twist! This creamy, Filipino-style breakfast recipe combines earthy, vanilla like ube with wholesome ingredients to create a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
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What Are Ube Overnight Oats?
- Ube Overnight oats are a no-cook method of preparing oatmeal by soaking rolled oats in liquid (like milk or plant-based milk) overnight. The oats absorb the liquid, resulting in a soft and creamy texture.
- Ube halaya or ube extract is added for flavor and adds a beautiful, soft purple hue.
- The notes of vanilla and the aromatic of ube pair perfectly with oats.
- I like to use coconut milk as the milk for a truly creamy, Filipino inspired overnight oats recipe!
What is Ube?
- Ube:
- A type of purple yam native to the Philippines.
- Known for its vibrant purple color and sweet, nutty flavor.
- Commonly used in Filipino desserts and dishes.
- Rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and dietary fiber.
- Celebrated for its unique taste and striking appearance.
- Ube Halaya:
- A sweet dessert made from boiled and mashed ube.
- Typically mixed with coconut milk, sugar, and butter for a creamy texture.
- Often served as a dessert on its own or used as a topping for various treats.
- A popular ingredient in other Filipino delicacies, like ice cream and pastries.
- Known for its bright purple color, making dishes visually appealing.
Where to buy ube?
Remember, ube is not purple sweet potato. You can buy real ube online or at a Filipino food store.
Usually, pure ube will come frozen or as a powder. Follow this ube halaya recipe to learn how to make it for this recipe.
For ease, you can also use ube extract.
Why Are Ube Overnight Oats Good?
- Convenient: Prepare them ahead of time for a stress-free morning.
- Flavor: Ube flavor is aromatic and has hints of earthy vanilla. A delicious taste of Philippines!
- Customizable: Endless flavor options, from fruity to nutty and sweet.
- Nutritious: High in fiber, rich in vitamins, and filling.
- Portable: Easy to pack and take on the go.
- No Cooking Required: Saves time and energy.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ube halaya (ube jam) OR 3/4 tsp of ube extract
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats – must be ROLLED oats and not quick oats
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup plant milk or milk of choice
- 2 tbsp evaporated milk (for added creaminess; optional)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, date syrup, or agave)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Coconut shreds – optional topping
- More Toppings: ube halaya, extra evaporated milk or condensed milk, coconut, yogurt, fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or granola
Equipment
- Overnight Oat Jars, Mason jar, or any airtight container
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for mixing
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In your container, add ube halaya or ube extract, all the milks, chia seeds, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Add the Oats: Mix in well the oats, ensuring they are coated and incorporated.
- Seal and Refrigerate: Cover the container with a lid and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- Stir and Top: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Add some extra milk of choice to make it creamier if you wish. Add your favorite toppings like extra ube halaya, fresh berries, sliced bananas, almonds, or shredded coconut. Try coconut shreds mixed with condensed milk as a sweet and indulgent topping!
Notes
- Consistency: You can add more milk after the oats have sat overnight, to make them less thick if you prefer.
- Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
Add-Ins and Variations
- More Ube: Top with extra ube halaya and some pinipig (toasted rice) or coconut shreds for more texture and ube flavor.
- Fruity: Stir in mashed banana, mango, or fruit compote AFTER refrigerating.
- Nutty: Mix in almond butter or peanut butter for added richness.
- Spiced: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or matcha for unique flavors.
- Chocolatey: Mix in cocoa powder or add dark chocolate chips for a treat.
How to Serve
- Serve chilled, directly from the jar, or transfer to a bowl for added toppings. You can warm it slightly in the microwave if desired.
- Use overnight oat jars for easy on-the-go lunch snacking!
Common Questions
Can I use quick oats?
NO, they will have a softer texture and may become mushy. Use ROLLED OATS.
What milk works best?
Any milk (almond, soy, coconut, or dairy) works; it depends on your preference.
Can I add yogurt?
Yes, it makes the oats more creamy. You can replace it with more milk or a plant-based yogurt as well.
Can I meal prep for the week?
Absolutely! Prepare several jars at once and store them in the fridge. Add fresh toppings just before eating.
Is there a vegan option?
Use plant based to sub for any dairy ingredients and the results will still be fantastic, and vegan.
This creamy overnight oats recipe is a perfect way to kickstart your mornings with a delicious, tropical, and satisfying breakfast!
Creamy Ube Overnight Oats
Ube overnight oats are a Filipino inspired, effortless, on-the-go breakfast or snack, with the satisfaction of rolled oats mixed with ube halaya or ube extract for vanilla notes and the aromatic comfort of ube.
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Servings: servings
Calories: 175kcal
Equipment
- Overnight Oat Jars Mason jar, or any airtight container
- Spoon for mixing
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ube halaya ube jam OR 3/4 tsp of ube extract
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats must be ROLLED oats and not quick oats
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup plant milk or milk of choice
- 2 tbsp evaporated milk for added creaminess; optional
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp sweetener honey, maple syrup, date syrup, or agave
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract optional
- Coconut shreds optional topping
- More Toppings ube halaya, extra evaporated milk or condensed milk, coconut, yogurt, fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or granola
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In your container, add ube halaya or ube extract, all the milks, chia seeds, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.2 tbsp ube halaya, ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ¼ cup coconut milk, ½ cup plant milk or milk of choice, 2 tbsp evaporated milk, 1 tsp chia seeds, 2 tsp sweetener, ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Add the Oats: Mix in well the oats, ensuring they are coated and incorporated.
- Seal and Refrigerate: Cover the container with a lid and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- Stir and Top: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Add some extra milk of choice to make it creamier if you wish. Add your favorite toppings like extra ube halaya, fresh berries, sliced bananas, almonds, or shredded coconut. Try coconut shreds mixed with condensed milk as a sweet and indulgent topping!Coconut shreds, More Toppings
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Ube Overnight Oats
Amount per Serving
Calories
175
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
21
mg
1
%
Potassium
190
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
22
g
7
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
37
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
67
mg
7
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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