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    Published: Mar 22, 2024 · Modified: Mar 22, 2024 by Petra · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Golden Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats

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    These lemon poppy seed overnight oats require just 10 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep. Perfect for when you need a quick and delicious on-the-go breakfast that is packed with plenty of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

    A glass cup filled with overnight oats and topped with sliced strawberries.

    We are big fans of anything lemony around here. Vegan lemon blueberry muffins, lemon tea cake, vegan lemon pie, the list goes on and on.

    So I decided it was time to make an overnight oats recipe featuring my favorite combo - poppyseed and lemon.

    These lemon poppyseed overnight oats require 10 ingredients, 5 minutes, and 1 bowl. This recipe is vegan and gluten-free friendly, loaded with fiber, and packed with protein from the yogurt.

    We like to garnish with fresh fruits, like strawberries, for the perfect fuss-free breakfast. You can also prepare these overnight oats in a jar and grab them in the morning for delicious and healthy on-the-go fuel.

    For more overnight oats recipes, check out my overnight oats with no chia seeds, overnight oats with flaxseeds, and Biscoff overnight oats.

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    • Ingredients & Subtitutions
    • How To Make Lemon Poppyseed Overnight Oats
    • 👩🏼‍🍳 Petra's Tips
    • FAQs
    • Variations
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage & Freezing
    • More Overnight Oats Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    Ingredients & Subtitutions

    Gathered ingredients for making lemon poppyseed overnight oats with text overlay on each ingredient.
    • Oats. Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best result. Don't substitute with still-cut oats or quick oats, as these won't work well.
    • Milk of choice. We like soy milk as a dairy-free option because it has more protein, but you can also use any other milk you like, including oat milk, almond milk, and cow's milk. You can also make these oats with water instead, similar to my overnight oats without milk.
    • Yogurt. We like Greek yogurt, but you can also use plant-based yogurts such as soy or coconut.
    • Poppy seeds. They add a great texture and also some health benefits. They're rich in fiber, and healthy fats and are a good source of manganese.
    • Sweetener of choice. We like to use honey or maple syrup, but any liquid can work here.
    • Lemon juice and lemon zest. They bring freshness, as well as make these overnight oats tangy.
    • Pinch of salt. Brings out the flavors.
    • Turmeric is used mainly for color and you can't taste it at all. You can also add other spices like cinnamon, cardamom, clove, and ginger.
    • Vanilla extract is optional, but we recommend it.
    • Hemp seeds are also optional, but I like to add them for some more protein and healthy fats.
    • Black pepper is optional, but highly recommended. It helps you absorb the benefits of turmeric 2000% more.

    See the recipe card below for exact measurements.

    How To Make Lemon Poppyseed Overnight Oats

    To a medium mixing bowl or a mason jar, add all of the ingredients and mix until well combined. In my opinion, I think it's easier to use a bowl and divide the mixture between jars later.

    Ingredients for overnight oats added to a large mixing bowl.

    Either cover the bowl with a towel (or plastic wrap) or transfer the mixture between jars straightway and let it sit in the fridge. The yellow color will become stronger through the night.

    Ingredients for overnight oats mixed in a large bowl.

    Remove from the fridge in the morning and enjoy your overnight oats as they are or top with fresh fruit. I like blueberries and/or strawberries.

    Overnight oats in a large mixing bowl with a wooden spoon in it.

    👩🏼‍🍳 Petra's Tips

    • Use plant-based yogurt to make this recipe vegan. I like soy yogurt, but coconut also works well.
    • Use rolled oats. We don't recommend using steel-cut or quick oats, because the texture will change too much.
    • Let it rest for at least 6 hours. This will ensure that all of the liquid is absorbed and you will be left with nice and thick overnight oats.
    • Customize to your preferences. Before serving, taste and adjust the flavor if needed. Add more honey/maple syrup for sweetness or lemon juice/zest for tanginess.
    • Use any sweetener you like - agave, maple syrup, honey, powdered sugar, stevia, etc.

    FAQs

    Do you eat overnight oats hot or cold?

    Both! I personally enjoy eating them straight from the fridge, but if that's not your jam you can warm them up in the microwave for 1 minute.

    Are overnight oats healthy?

    Yes, overnight oats are packed with fiber from the rolled oats, protein from the Greek yogurt, and healthy fats from the seeds. Research shows that eating more fiber is beneficial for a healthy gut microbiome and it makes you feel fuller for longer.

    Can I make this recipe with water instead of milk?

    Yes! Just like in my overnight oats without milk, here too you can replace the milk with water.

    Can you taste the turmeric?

    No, it's added mainly for color and health benefits. You can leave it out if desired.

    Overnight oats served in a glass cup and topped with sliced strawberries.

    Variations

    • Add protein powder: Add 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder. Keep in mind you'll need to add more milk as the protein powder will thicken the mixture even more.
    • Sweeten with apple sauce: Want to use a natural sweetener? Replace the honey or maple syrup with apple sauce.
    • Skip the turmeric: I use it mainly for color and it's fine if you want to skip it.

    Serving Suggestions

    I love serving these overnight oats with some fresh fruit like strawberries or blueberries, or whatever is in season really.

    Another option is to serve them with a dollop of yogurt, a drizzle of nut butter, or some chopped nuts like almonds and cashews.

    For a heartier breakfast, serve them alongside my Bakery-Style Muffins with Lemon and Blueberry or this Lemon Turmeric Cake.

    Storage & Freezing

    • Fridge: Transfer to an airtight container or a mason jar, and store in the fridge for 4-5 days. 
    • Freezer: I haven't tried freezing overnight oats, but I think it will work. Let thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

    More Overnight Oats Recipes

    • Biscoff overnight oats served in a glass cup and topped with more biscoff spred and a Lotus cookie.
      Easy Biscoff Overnight Oats (4 Ingredients)
    • Overnight oats without yogurt served in a white bowl and topped with fresh berries, crushed pecans, and a drizzle of honey.
      Easy Overnight Oats without Yogurt (4 Ingredients!)
    • One hand holding a white bowl filled with overnight oats topped with a sliced banana, blackberries, and almonds. The other hand is dipping a spoon in the bowl.
      Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit
    • Two clear cups filled with overnight oats, topped with cinnamon.
      Easy Applesauce Overnight Oats

    📖 Recipe

    A glass cup filled with overnight oats and topped with sliced strawberries.

    Golden Lemon Poppyseed Overnight Oats

    These lemon poppyseed overnight oats require just 10 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep. Perfect for when you need a quick and delicious on-the-go breakfast that is packed with plenty of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Gluten-free, Vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Author: Petra
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    Equipment

    • Mixing bowl

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup rolled oats (use GF if needed)
    • 1 cup plant milk (I like soy)
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt (if vegan, use plant-based yogurt)
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup or honey if not vegan
    • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • A pinch of salt
    • A small pinch of black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
    • 2 tablespoon hemp seeds (optional)
    Step-by-step imagesScroll back to find detailed recipe photos!

    Instructions

    • Mix all the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl or a large mason jar.
      1 cup rolled oats, 1 cup plant milk, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, 2 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, A pinch of salt, A small pinch of black pepper, ½ teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoon hemp seeds
    • Cover with a lid and place in the fridge overnight or for at least 6 hours.
    • Before serving, taste and adjust the flavor if needed- add more honey/maple syrup for sweetness or lemon juice/zest for tanginess.
    • Serve as is or top with fresh fruits.

    Video

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C5WTz9gIGtC/

    Notes

    Storage
    • Fridge: Transfer to an airtight container or a mason jar, and store in the fridge for 4-5 days. 
    • Freezer: I haven't tried freezing overnight oats, but I think it will work. Let thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
    If you don't have yogurt or prefer to make this recipe without it, substitute it with the same amount of milk.
     
    To make this recipe vegan, we recommend using unsweetened plant-based yogurts such as soy or coconut.
     
    If you like your oats warm, you can always heat them on a stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
     
    For more information about the difference between rolled, steel-cut, and quick oats, read this article.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 49.3g | Protein: 13.3g | Fat: 10.8g | Saturated Fat: 3.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12.2mg | Sodium: 219.3mg | Potassium: 577.6mg | Fiber: 6.1g | Sugar: 16.9g | Vitamin A: 37.3IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 210.1mg | Iron: 3.4mg

    Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated with third-party calculations without including the optional ingredients.

    Tried this recipe?Leave me a rating and a comment telling me how it went. Or tag me at @sunglowkichen and hashtag #sunglowkitchen on Instagram!

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    1. Martin says

      July 23, 2021 at 1:21 pm

      Soo damnn good! Waiting for more!🔥

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      • Petranka says

        October 26, 2021 at 7:37 am

        Thank you so much for the review, Martin!

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