Pear & Prune Overnight Oats
Dairy free, Egg free, Nut free, Soy free, Vegan, Vegetarian
About the recipe
This is one of those beautiful, easy breakfasts that works just as hard as it tastes good. If you have a little one who needs some extra digestive support, this combination of pear, prunes, oats and seeds is a gentle and nourishing way to help keep things moving – also great for pregnant or postpartum mamas who might need a bit of help with constipation.
If your little one does have constipation – there are lots of things that can be done to help. Have a read of our blog for more tips and tricks.
Age Appropriate:
8 months+
Serving Suggestions:
Serve cold or gently warmed
Add extra yoghurt on top for creaminess
Sprinkle with additional hemp seeds or nut butter for extra fats and prote
Storage for Freezer and Fridge:
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days
Best made fresh and not suitable for freezing
Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup milk of choice
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1/4 cup yoghurt of choice (dairy or coconut)
1/2 tablespoon collagen (optional)
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pear
4 prunes
2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional – omit under 2 years of age)
Method
- Add the rolled oats, hemp seeds, chia seeds, milk, yoghurt, collagen if using, cinnamon and maple syrup to a jar or container. Stir well to combine.
- Place a lid on and refrigerate overnight to allow the oats and seeds to soften and absorb the liquid.
- Peel, core and finely chop the pear, then chop the prunes into small pieces.
- Add to a small saucepan with a little water and cook over low heat with the lid on until soft and stewed.
- Allow the fruit to cool slightly, then spoon over the overnight oats to serve.
Ingredient Swaps:
You can swap pear for apple if needed, though pear is best for constipation.
Prunes can be replaced with dried apricots, but prunes are most effective for digestive support.
Hemp seeds can be omitted or replaced with ground flaxseeds.
Yoghurt can be swapped for coconut yoghurt for a dairy-free option
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