Overnight Coconut Pecan Steel Cut Oats

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel cut oats
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt
• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• ¼ cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine oats, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt.
2. Stir until all ingredients are well-combined.
3. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 8 hours.
4. In the morning, remove the bowl from the refrigerator and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
5. Serve oats cold or warm, with additional toppings as desired.

Interesting Facts

• Steel cut oats are a great source of plant-based protein.
• Coconut milk is a good source of healthy fats.
• Pecans are high in antioxidants and provide a crunchy addition to this dish.