Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle – A tropical breakfast that’s creamy, coconutty, and packed with pandan flavor. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect creamy texture is using full-fat coconut milk. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Green Bean and Tomato Salad and Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole.
Why This Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy and indulgent, yet healthy
- Easy make-ahead breakfast
- Tropical flavors for a beachy vibe
- Customizable with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Old-fashioned oats
- Full-fat coconut milk
- Pandan extract
- Maple syrup
- Chia seeds
- Pandan extract
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Optional: Mango slices
- Optional: Toasted coconut flakes
- Optional: Mint leaves
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pandan extract: Can be substituted with vanilla extract if not available.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- High-quality pandan extract — Ensures authentic pandan flavor → See on Amazon
- Coconut milk — Full-fat for creaminess → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
- Combine ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, coconut milk, pandan extract, maple syrup, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
- Serve: Give the oats a good stir, then top with your favorite toppings. Drizzle with mango puree if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
- : For a thinner consistency, add more milk before serving.
- Common mistake and fix: If your oats are too thick in the morning, add a splash of milk and stir well. If they're too thin, add more chia seeds.
- : Make a big batch and store in the fridge for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Yes, up to 3 days ahead.
Freezing Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
Not recommended.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Not necessary.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Best substitution: Substitute pandan extract with vanilla extract if not available.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the oats mixture up to 3 days ahead. Store in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your oats are too thick, add a splash of milk and stir well.
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Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Old-fashioned oats
- Full-fat coconut milk
- Pandan extract
- Maple syrup
- Chia seeds
Seasonings
- Pandan extract
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
Optional Toppings
- Mango slices
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, coconut milk, pandan extract, maple syrup, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
- Serve: Give the oats a good stir, then top with your favorite toppings. Drizzle with mango puree if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Best substitution: Substitute pandan extract with vanilla extract if not available.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the oats mixture up to 3 days ahead. Store in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your oats are too thick, add a splash of milk and stir well.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary.
- Microwave reheat: Not necessary.
- Make ahead: Yes, up to 3 days ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle FAQs
Yes, they can be made up to 3 days ahead. Store in the fridge.
This could be due to using quick-cooking oats or not chilling long enough. Try using old-fashioned oats and chilling overnight.
No, overnight oats are meant to be chilled in the fridge, not cooked.
While you can freeze the oats mixture, the texture may change upon thawing.
Vanilla extract can be used as a substitute.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Pandan Coconut Overnight Oats with Mango Drizzle and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
