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    Home » Breakfast & Brunch » Matcha Oatmeal

    Matcha Oatmeal

    by Lainey · Posted: Aug 19, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Try this creamiest Matcha Overnight Oats that gives you a great boost of energy for your busy mornings! It’s a healthy breakfast (or snack), packed with probiotics, and requires zero prep time in the morning.

    Love Matcha? Try my Easy Dalgona Matcha, Matcha Milkshake, or my addicting Mochi Match Donuts!

    delicious matcha overnight oats in a glass cup

    What is Matcha?

    Matcha is a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves. It originated in China during the Tang Dynasty when steamed tea leaves were formed into bricks to make their tea harvests easier to transport and subsequently trade.

    History of Matcha

    The history of matcha in Japan started in the 12th Century, when a Japanese Zen monk Eisai brought some tea seeds that he had collected when he studied Buddhism in China. He planted these seeds on the temple grounds in Kyoto and applied the Zen Buddhist methods of preparing powdered green tea.

    In the 1500’s, a Zen student named Murata Juko brought together several fragmented pillars of the tea ceremony into a formalized ritual, then Zen Master Sen-no-Rikyu popularized Juko’s tea ceremony ritual and has become the most well-known and revered historical figure of the Japanese Tea Ceremony called “Chado” or “Sado” which means “The Way of Tea.”

    Nowadays, matcha is widely used not just for tea but also in desserts such as ice cream, smoothies and oatmeal like this delicious matcha overnight oatmeal recipe!

    Tips & Procedures:

    • Choosing Matcha Powders: Do not use ceremonial quality matcha in this recipe because it has such a clean taste that you wouldn’t be able to taste it. Choose a lower quality matcha so that a little bit of the familiar grassiness comes through. It won’t taste bitter, don’t worry.
    • Substitute old fashioned rolled oats for rolled oats or quick oats in a pinch. It might result in a creamier texture, but I prefer the less mushy texture of old fashioned rolled oats. 
    • Sweeteners:
      • I used maple syrup, but feel free to use a sweetener you prefer. Taste as you go to adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. 
      • The vanilla helps to add another layer of flavour and helps the overnight oats taste more sweet without adding more sweetener. 
    • The salt helps to round out the flavours and add a little bit of depth to the matcha overnight oats. Don’t worry, it won’t make them salty.
    • Reheating: To warm the overnight oats, heat them up in the microwave, stirring and checking every 10 seconds or in a small saucepan on the stovetop. 
    • If the oats are too thick after resting overnight, add a little more milk until you achieve the desired consistency.
    • Storage: Can keep up to 5 days in the fridge
    cups of matcha overnight oatmeal with a spoon on the table

    How to Make Matcha Overnight Oatmeal:

    Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

    • matcha powder
    • old fashioned rolled oats
    • chia seeds
    • plant-base milk
    • dairy-free yogurt
    • maple syrup or sweetener of choice
    • salt
    • vanilla extract

    Toppings:

    • yogurt
    • berries
    • shredded coconut
    • chia seeds
    • granola
    ingredients for matcha overnight oats

    Sift the matcha powder through a fine sieve into a large bowl or container.

    Add the old-fashioned rolled oats and chia seeds to the matcha. Mix it all together so that all of the oats are coated in the matcha powder, breaking up any lumps.

    Add the rest of the ingredients: milk, yogurt, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla extract (optional). Taste and adjust for sweetness as you go:

    sifting the matcha powder through a fine sieve into a large bowl and added the rest of the ingredients

    Stir, cover, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. The oats will soak up the extra moisture and the chia seeds will swell up and make the oats even creamier.

    Enjoy cold or warm (heated in the microwave or on the stovetop in a saucepan). Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy! If needed, add more milk or water to make the oats less thick.

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    What are the health benefits of matcha?

    Matcha is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, an energy booster and more.

    Can you use another sweetener?

    Yes, you can use a sweetener of your choice.

    What does matcha taste like?

    Matcha has a vegetal and slightly bitter taste with notes of sweetness and umami.

    cups of vegan matcha overnight oatmeal
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    Overnight Matcha Oatmeal

    A creamy, delicious and healthy breakfast recipe made with matcha oatmeal then served with favorite toppings!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Resting Time6 hrs
    Total Time6 hrs 5 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Filipino
    Calories: 908kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon matcha powder baking quality
    • 1 ¾ cup old fashioned rolled oats
    • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
    • 2 cups plant based milk
    • ½ cup dairy free yogurt
    • 2-4 tablespoons sweetener of choice
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional

    Toppings of Choice

    • yogurt
    • raspberries
    • favorite berries
    • shredded coconut
    • granola

    Instructions

    • Sift the matcha powder through a fine sieve into a large bowl or container.
    • Add the old fashioned rolled oats and chia seeds to the matcha. Mix it all together so that all of the oats are coated in the matcha powder, breaking up any lumps.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients: milk, yogurt, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla extract (optional). Taste and adjust for sweetness as you go.
    • Stir, cover, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. The oats will soak up the extra moisture and the chia seeds will swell up and make the oats even creamier.
    • Enjoy cold or warm (heated in the microwave or on the stovetop in a saucepan). Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy! If needed, add more milk or water to make the oats less thick.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 908kcal | Carbohydrates: 124g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1261mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 29g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 769IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 1051mg | Iron: 11mg
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