Red Velvet Overnight Oats

These Red Velvet Overnight Oats are a delicious, nutritious and a quick breakfast to enjoy any day of the week. Made with no artificial dyes. Rather, these overnight oats are made with beet puree and wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds and cacao powder.

Red Velvet Overnight Oats

Over the past few years Overnight Oats have quickly become my go-to breakfast. Always have loved them and make them on a regular basis. As my life has gotten more hectic my need to save time has increased. Overnight Oats always come to the rescue and make life a lot easier. So glad to have learned how to make these a few years back.

Since Overnight Oats are a staple in my home and we have them regularly, it only made sense to start experimenting with different flavors. As much as we love them in our house, we’re all the type of people who get tired of having the same thing everyday. By trying different ways of making this amazing breakfast we keep it fresh and don’t get tired of it. Even though essentially we pretty much are eating the same thing regularly.

Not only are these great for adults, they’re also great for kids. Overnight oats are perfect for babies and toddlers since they’re easy to both chew and digest. These Red Velvet Overnight Oats are great since they have a bit of beets in them. The chocolate comes from raw cacao which is a superfood loaded with antioxidants and other nutrients. Chia seeds are another superfood rich in protein and omega-3’s. All essential for a baby’s growth and development .

Ingredients needed to make Red Velvet Overnight Oats:

• Rolled Oats– Also known as old fashioned oats. Make sure they are gluten-free certified if you need them to be.
• Unsweetened Almond Milk– Or any preferred milk.
• Beet Puree– This is what will naturally give these oats its bright red color. Don’t worry, your oats will not taste like beets.
• Chia Seeds– They thicken your oats as they sit in the fridge overnight.
• Cacao Powder– You can also use unsweetened coco powder.
• Maple Syrup– To add sweetness.

Equipment needed to make Red Velvet Overnight Oats:

• 16 oz wide mouth mason jar with lid (or similar size)- These are perfect to fit all of the ingredients in. The tight lid also helps the oats stay fresh overnight and for a couple of days after too. 
• Measuring cups– To measure oats, pineapple, coconut milk and coconut cream. 
• Measuring spoons– For measuring chia seeds and vanilla extract.

How to make Red Velvet Overnight Oats:

• Step 1– In a 16 oz wide mouth mason jar combine all ingredients. Tightly seal mason jar with lid and give it a good shake making sure all of the ingredients are well combined. 
• Step 2– Place oats in the fridge and refrigerate over night. 
• Step 3– The next morning, remove oats from the fridge and remove lid. Use a spoon to give oats a good stir. Top with any desired toppings and enjoy!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. You will not be able to taste the beets in your overnight oats– Using beets will make your overnight oats naturally red without having to use food coloring.
2. Use any milk you wish- You can use any plant-based or dairy milk you desire.
3. Add a splash of vanilla extra– It will add more flavor but it is completely optional. 
4. Add some protein– Add some chocolate collagen peptides or chocolate protein powder to add some protein.
5. Substitute for maple syrup– You can can use honey.
6. Substitute for cacao powder– You can use unsweetened cocoa powder.
7. Add more toppings– Once you are ready to serve your oats add more toppings like more coconut cream, chocolate chips, fresh berries, etc.

Toppings ideas for your Red Velvet Overnight:

• Coconut Cream
• Plain Greek Yogurt
• Dark Chocolate Chips
• Fresh Berries
• Bananas
• Raw Nuts
• Coconut Flakes 
• Nut Butters
• Collagen Peptides

Red Velvet Overnight Oats FAQ’s:

What type of oats to use to make Overnight Oats:

To make these Red Velvet Overnight Oats (or any other overnight oats for that matter) you want to use old fashioned (rolled) oats. Make sure they’re gluten-free too for better digestion. Oats are naturally gluten-free but some facilities that also pack other types of grains or foods may get the oats mixed in with gluten. Using quick oats for overnight oats doesn’t work well either as they come out way too mushy. They essentially get “over cooked”.

Using natural sweeteners in your Overnight Oats:

When it comes to my Overnight Oats we prefer them to be sweet. Anything with chocolate seems to always be a win. While we like them to be sweet we don’t like them to be over sweetened. Natural sweeteners like honey, and maple syrup are always my go-to’s.

Are Oats Overnight actually healthy?

Yes. Overnight oats are very healthy. They are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and other vitamins and minerals. Especially since you can mix them with so many other healthy ingredients such as fresh fruit, nut butters, nuts, veggies, etc. Overnight oats make for a nutrient-dense breakfast and a great source of energy. 

What not to add in overnight oats?

Don’t add toppings to overnight oats until the next morning. Extra toppings will soak into the oat mixture and can change the texture and overall taste of the oats. 

Natural Coloring with Beets:

The red color in these is obtained by using beet puree. This can be a great way to sneak in some veggies for your picky eaters as well. It doesn’t have much beet in it so you can’t taste it at all. The chocolate and sweetness definitely overpower the beet purée flavor.

The great thing is that you get a pretty colored breakfast without having to use any artificial food colorings or dyes. Colorful food also can get kids more interested in trying the foods you’re serving them without a fuss and liking them. Introducing different colors to you baby from a very early age will help them grow to appreciate all sort of healthy and colorful foods. Have some leftover beet puree? Try making these Red Velvet Waffles.

Meal Prepping it:

To meal prep these Red Velvet Overnight Oats is really easy. Roast or boil a small beet ahead of time and put through a food processor or high speed blender to make a puree. Add a bit of water if you need to get a nice smooth texture. Then mix your dry ingredients in mason jars. The night before just mix the dry ingredients with the beet puree, milk and maple syrup. Super easy!

Storing Red Velvet Overnight Oats:

Keep your red velvet overnight oats in a mason jar tightly sealed. Keep your overnight oats refrigerated for up to 2-3 days.

Did you like these Red Velvet Overnight Oats? You may also want to try these other Overnight Oats:

• Mocha Overnight Oats
• Almond Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats
• Chocolate Zucchini Bread Overnight Oats 

For even more ideas on how to make your own overnight oats combos check out this great guide:

• What are Overnight Oats and Guide to Creating Your Own (Plus New Recipe)

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Red Velvet Overnight Oats

These Red Velvet Overnight Oats are a delicious, nutritious and a quick breakfast to enjoy any day of the week. Made with no artificial dyes. Rather, these overnight oats are made with beet puree and wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds and cacao powder. 

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword overnight oats, Red Velvet Overnight Oats

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 1 serving

Calories 281 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 2 tsp beet puree
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp cacao powder
• 1 tsp maple syrup

Instructions

1. In a 16 oz wide mouth mason jar combine all ingredients. Tightly seal mason jar with lid and give it a good shake making sure all of the ingredients are well combined.

2. Place oats in the fridge and refrigerate over night.

3. The next morning, remove oats from the fridge and remove lid. Use a spoon to give oats a good stir. Top with any desired toppings and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Tips and Substitutions:

1. 1. You will not be able to taste the beets in your overnight oats– Using beets will make your overnight oats naturally red without having to use food coloring.
   2. Use any milk you wish- You can use any plant-based or dairy milk you desire.
   3. Add a splash of vanilla extra– It will add more flavor but it is completely optional. 
   4. Add some protein– Add some chocolate collagen peptides or chocolate protein powder to add some protein.
   5. Substitute for maple syrup– You can can use honey.
   6. Substitute for cacao powder– You can use unsweetened cocoa powder.
   7. Add more toppings– Once you are ready to serve your oats add more toppings like more coconut cream, chocolate chips, fresh berries, etc.

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Nutrition Facts

Red Velvet Overnight Oats

Amount per Serving

Calories

281

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

10

g

15

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Trans Fat

 

0.02

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

5

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

3

g

Sodium

 

339

mg

15

%

Potassium

 

319

mg

9

%

Carbohydrates

 

42

g

14

%

Fiber

 

11

g

46

%

Sugar

 

6

g

7

%

Protein

 

10

g

20

%

Vitamin A

 

10

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

412

mg

41

%

Iron

 

3

mg

17

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

**Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links and sponsored content. All the opinions are my own and I only recommend products I use in my own home with my own family. 

*Latest Pictures updated as of 9/6/2020

*This Post, Recipe, and Pictures have been updated as of 02/25/19