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Overnight Success: Mango-Cardamom Oat Cups

Vegan mango-cardamom overnight oat cups layered with diced mango, chia seeds, coconut flakes and lime zest

Creamy overnight oats meet juicy mango, warm cardamom and a bright squeeze of lime in a make-ahead breakfast that is ready when you are.

Grab this

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 cups unsweetened fortified soy milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened vegan coconut yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 2 cups diced ripe mango, divided
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest, optional

Do this

  1. 1. Add the oats, soy milk, coconut yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, cardamom and salt to a large bowl. Stir thoroughly, scraping the bottom so no dry pockets remain.
  2. 2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. The oats and chia will absorb the liquid and become thick and creamy.
  3. 3. Toss 1 1/2 cups of the diced mango with the lime juice. Gently fold half of this mango into the chilled oats, then loosen the mixture with a splash of soy milk if you prefer a softer texture.
  4. 4. Divide the oats among four cups or bowls. Top with the remaining lime-dressed mango, the reserved 1/2 cup plain mango, coconut flakes and lime zest. Serve cold.

Easy swaps

  • For a soy-free version, use unsweetened oat milk and add 1 extra tablespoon of chia seeds. Soy milk is a common allergen, and anyone avoiding gluten should also choose certified gluten-free oats.
  • For a coconut-free version, use unsweetened soy yogurt and replace the coconut flakes with 2 tablespoons of pumpkin seeds. Coconut can be an allergen for some people, while pumpkin seeds should be avoided by anyone with a seed allergy.
  • Fresh or thawed frozen mango both work. Diced peaches or pineapple can replace it in the same quantity.
  • Agave nectar can replace the maple syrup tablespoon for tablespoon. Check flavoured yogurts and plant milks for added sugars if using them.

Estimated per serving

Nutrition at a glance

Calories
385
Fat
12g
Saturated fat
5g
Carbohydrates
59g
Fibre
10g
Sugars
23g
Protein
12g
Sodium
200mg

The oats, chia seeds and soy milk provide a useful combination of fibre and plant protein in each serving.

Estimates vary with ingredient brands, substitutions and serving size.