Having never lived in the tropics, I can’t really tell you when mango season is. But I do know that a few times a year, there’s suddenly an abundance of champagne mangoes at the grocery store. They’ll be strategically positioned at the front of the produce section, boxes stacked precariously on top of each other. And they’re always 5 for $5. While I like regular mangoes just fine, I like the champagne ones even more. They’re a little bit smaller, but I have yet to get one that wasn’t sweet or that was stringy or weird in some other way. So, in summary, I love champagne mangoes and it’s that time of year–cheap champagne mango season. Exclamation point!
I’ve been trying out different kinds of overnight oatmeal lately, but I haven’t had success until I came up with this Coconut Mango Overnight Oatmeal recipe. The first time I made overnight oatmeal in a jar, I tried using steel cut oats. I’ve read other people raving about using those in overnight oats, but I have TMJ and chewing on them gave me a jaw ache that stayed with me the rest of the day. Not good! I also tried adding cocoa powder to my oats, but it made me kind of queasy–I had to let my husband finish that batch of oatmeal. After purchasing a bunch of cheap champagne mangoes last week, I thought I’d try overnight oatmeal one more time, with mangoes and coconut. And if it didn’t work out, I would stop trying to make this overnight oatmeal thing happen for me.
Well, I guess it’s true that the third time’s the charm, because the Coconut Mango Overnight Oatmeal was definitely a winner. I find oatmeal to be a little bit heavy, so adding an equal amount of mangoes to the oats was the perfect way to lighten it up. And the best thing about overnight oats is that you do the (minimal) prep work the night before and your oatmeal is done in the morning–you don’t even have to heat it up (although you can if you want)! I’ve been making this with my cheapo mangoes all week and I don’t think I’m going to get tired of it anytime soon.
Breakfast doesn't get much easier (or healthier) than this tropical overnight oatmeal recipe!
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. rolled oats
- 1/2 c. unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 c. mango, diced
- 1 tbsp. shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 tbsp. agave nectar
Instructions
- Stir together all ingredients in a resealable jar or bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Stir before serving and add additional milk (for a thinner consistency) and agave nectar if desired.
Notes
Prep time doesn't include time spent overnight in fridge. You can substitute any kind of milk for the almond milk, but you may need to adjust the amount of agave nectar you use. If you don't keep agave nectar on hand, brown sugar or honey would both work well in this recipe.
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I made this last night with soy milk and sultanas, I just had it for breakfast and I loved it. Having made Bircher muesli before I wasn’t keen on the fruitiness from the apple juice but I will be experimenting with you recipe with different fruits. Thank you
I’m glad you liked it! I’ve tried just about every fruit in it and it always turns out well.
It’s my favourite recipe of overnight oatmeal! I really can’t get tired of this. I’ve been eating it at least once a week for like 3 months
your recipe is a winner!
I’m so glad you enjoy it that much!
It’s one of my favorites too–I just wish I could find good mangoes so I could make it more often!
Have you thought about using frozen mango?
I haven’t used frozen mango myself, but I’m sure it would work!
Sounds MARVELOUS. I’ll do it. Why the Resealable container? does it need mega-sealing for it to ‘process’ overnight? if so, what else could I use to secure it so?
Nope, you just need any container with a lid, but if you don’t have that, a little foil or plastic wrap will do–I don’t like to put things in the fridge for that long without covering them.
Wow, just made this tonight and took a little bite- delicious. Hassle free to make, and makes a hassle free morning. One thing that I added and recommend if anyone is obsessed with these like me- Chia Seeds!! I put about 1 and 1/2 TBSP in with this recipe and it made the consistency very nice. Thank you for this simple and tasty recipe!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Since I first posted this recipe, I’ve been adding chia seeds when I make mine now too.
I’m obsessed with this recipe! My husband eats it warm but I love it cold. I want to know where that jar is from? I want one!!!
They’re Weck canning jars. I bought mine at Crate & Barrel, but I know they also sell them at Williams-Sonoma. You can order them on Amazon too, but I think you have to buy a set of them when you order from there. So glad you like the recipe!
I’m blogging about breakfast this week, and found your recipe. I make overnight oatmeal with dried and fresh berries all the time, but can’t wait to try this flavor combo! I’ll use the sliced mangos in the jar because I’m a terrible mango peeler!
Many Thanks
I’ve had people say they use frozen mangoes too and it works well.
All if these overnight oat meals sound so amazing!! I can’t wait to try them. Do you eat them cold or heat them up in the am after the flavors developed? Thanks for sharing!
You can eat them cold or warm. I prefer them cold, especially when it’s warmer outside.