Healthy Fig & Walnut Overnight Oats (Vegan, Gluten-Free, 7 Ingredients)
Looking for a quick, healthy breakfast that’s easy to prep and packed with flavor? These overnight oats with figs and walnuts are the perfect solution! Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and made with just 7 simple ingredients, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. The sweet chewiness of figs pairs perfectly with crunchy walnuts and spices, while creamy oats make for a satisfying, fiber-rich base. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or need a grab-and-go breakfast, this easy overnight oats recipe will keep you fueled and full—no cooking required!
This easy healthy vegan overnight oats recipe featuring figs, walnuts, and spices celebrates the glory of nutritious, sunny foods. Overnight oats are one of my favorite, healthy, plant-based, on-the-go breakfasts is overnight oats. I make them in a single serving mason jar the night before, then for breakfast I add my toppings, and it’s just grab and go. You can enjoy these Vegan Overnight Oats with Figs and Walnuts chilled, or heated in the microwave for a comforting breakfast. You can even make up a few overnight oat containers all at once for multiple breakfasts during the week—just grab and go. This easy version of overnight oats celebrates summer in all it’s glory, thanks to the decadence of ripe figs, the spicy sweetness of 5 spice seasoning, and the staying power of walnuts and chia seeds with a touch of blackstrap molasses. If figs are out of season, you can substitute dried figs. Pure breakfast comfort!
The benefits of overnight oats include a good source of fiber, protein, healthy fats, and antioxidant compounds, all in a gluten-free, vegan, no-added sugar free, oil-free recipe that takes just minutes to prepare. You can even turn to overnight oats for weight loss, as this recipe is moderate in calories, and satisfying, meaning that you won’t get hungry until lunch.
Questions About Overnight Oats
I get a lot of questions about overnight oats, so I’m answering them today.
- How long do overnight oats last? You’re safe making this recipe up to one week in advance, as long as it’s chilled at safe temperatures.
- Can you use steel cut oats for overnight oats? No, you’ll find that soaking the steel cut oats just doesn’t soften them enough. You’re best using old-fashioned, rolled oats for your overnight oats recipes.
- What liquid do you use for overnight oats? I like to mix my overnight oats with almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk for extra creamy flavor and nutrition.
- Do I eat overnight oats cold or hot? You can eat your soaked overnight oats right out of the fridge chilled, or pop them in the microwave and warm them up.
- How do I avoid the toppings from getting soggy? If you put your nuts and seeds on top of your overnight oats, they can get soggy quickly. You may choose to add your nuts and seeds right before eating.
Description
Try this easy overnight oats recipe with figs and walnuts—vegan, gluten-free, and made with just 7 ingredients in minutes. Healthy, hearty & delicious!
- Place oats in a mason jar or 2-cup container. Add plant-based milk, molasses (optional), spice blend, chia seeds, and stir well.
- Top with figs and chia seeds. Cover with lid and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning enjoy warm or cold. If you are preparing for longer than 24 hours in advance, your best option is to add the walnuts and figs right before serving.
- Makes 1 serving (about 2 cups each).
Notes
Make 2-4 batches of this recipe to meal-prep for the week!
I love to use mason jars for making my overnight oats—just grab and go!
- Prep Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 413
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 14 g
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