Transform your breakfast routine with a delightful twist by infusing your creamy overnight oats with the tropical sweetness of pineapple. This refreshing Pineapple Coconut Overnight Oats recipe is a burst of flavor to kickstart your morning.
Tropical Overnight Oats
We’re on the verge of summer and I want to spend less time in my kitchen (I know, even food bloggers) and more time outside! I love making overnight oats to enjoy on the busy mornings. They’re such an easy, filling and healthy breakfast that are ready to go right when you wake up the next morning.
I love the tropical vibes in these Coconut Overnight Oats, too. Between the creamy coconut milk and the fresh pineapple it’s giving pina colada in the best way possible. For an easy breakfast, I like topping with an extra dollop of Greek yogurt (or even cottage cheese) for additional protein and creamy texture, along with a little granola (like this homemade peanut butter granola) for a little crunch.
I have a lot of overnight oats recipes (like 8?) What can I say, I am a huge fan of overnight oats – making and eating them. Especially with seasonal produce. It takes some simple ingredients for the base and then in the summer, I lean into the fruitier flavors like Chocolate Strawberry Overnight Oats. I loveeee my Pear Overnight Oats too! These pina colada overnight oats, however, are surely up there as one of my favorite delicious breakfast recipes for meal prep.
Recipe Ingredients
- Oats – Old fashioned oats work best. Quick oats will become pretty soggy and steel cut oats don’t soften quite as much as you would want.
- Protein Powder – I used Coconut Cream from CleanSimpleEats (code: APOP saves you $$). You can opt for vanilla instead if you don’t prefer so much coconut flavor. We love a high protein, yummy breakfast recipe!
- Coconut Milk – Contributes to the tropical flavor and makes these pineapple overnight oats SUPER creamy. I used light coconut milk, but full fat coconut milk makes it almost like pudding.
- Fresh Diced Pineapple – Makes for a tropical breakfast I wouldn’t mind eating from a beach chair.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- To make dairy-free, a coconut yogurt and a plant-based protein powder.
- Use half pineapple half mango for a great flavor combination and super tropical treat.
- If coconut isn’t your thing, use vanilla/plain yogurt and protein powder, use almond milk instead of coconut milk, and use slivered almonds in place of the coconut flakes.
How to Make This Recipe
- Combine all ingredients into a large mason jar or large bowl. Stir until everything is mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight so they’re ready the next morning. Optional: split between 4 jars so you have single servings ready to go.
- When ready to eat, serve as chilled, thick overnight oats or add another ¼-⅓ cup milk for thinner, smoother consistency. Top with more pineapple pieces (optional), granola, and toasted coconut for garnish.
PRO TIPS
- Are the oats too thick the next day? Add an extra splash of milk and stir. It will make them extra creamy.
- Are the oats too thin? Add more oats and let sit for at least another hour.
Recipe FAQs
Store your tropical coconut oats in a mason jar or other air-tight container for up to 3 days. I don’t recommend any longer as the oats will become pretty mushy.
Oats are 100% whole grain, lots of protein from yogurt, and protein powder, and fresh fruit (a great way to get easy energy!). These oats are a great option for a well rounded breakfast.
After the overnight soak, these oats can be served straight from the fridge or warmed if you prefer. I like cold oats, especially with the pineapple, but if you’d like warm, more traditional oatmeal, they can be warmed in the microwave right in the breakfast jar (lid removed) in 30 second intervals stirring between each to ensure it gets warmed throughout.
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Pineapple Coconut Overnight Oats
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber Spatula
- mason jars optional
Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cup old fashioned oats
- 1 scoop vanilla or coconut protein powder
- 1 ½ cups coconut milk
- 2/3 cup coconut greek yogurt, or sub vanilla
- 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup fresh diced pineapple
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a large mason jar or large bowl. Stir until everything is mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight so they’re ready the next morning. Optional: split between 4 jars so you have single servings ready to go.
- When ready to eat, serve as chilled, thick overnight oats or add another ¼-⅓ cup milk for thinner, smoother consistency. Top with more pineapple pieces (optional), granola, and toasted coconut for garnish.
Nutrition
Notes
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wowza! Refreshing and perfectly sweet. II added some blueberries too and LOVED