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Indian Overnight Oats

Creamy Indian Overnight Oats: A Kulfi-Inspired Breakfast Delight

Delight in creamy Indian overnight oats—a nourishing and customizable breakfast inspired by the flavors of kulfi.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Use whole rolled oats for best texture.
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based.
  • 1 tbsp Chia Seeds Optional, for added thickness.
For the Flavor
  • 1 tsp Ground Cardamom Essential for authentic flavor.
  • a pinch Saffron Strands Optional, for luxury.
  • 1 tbsp Rose Water Optional, for enhanced fragrance.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional, for depth of flavor.
For Sweetening
  • 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust to taste.
For Toppings
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Pistachios For crunch.
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Almonds Optional, can substitute with other nuts.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Jar or Bowl
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the milk in a saucepan over low heat, adding saffron and cardamom. Steep for 5 minutes.
  2. In a jar, combine rolled oats and chia seeds.
  3. Pour the infused milk over the oats, add honey or maple syrup, rose water, and vanilla extract.
  4. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
  5. Stir the mixture before serving to combine any settled ingredients.
  6. Top with chopped pistachios and almonds before serving cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container; keep refrigerated for up to 2 days or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.

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