The minute August / September hits and I feel the slightest hint of a cool breeze, I’m all like: “it’s fall!!”. Fall is my favorite season. This pumpkin spice pear overnight oats dish is a nod to autumn. The pears in here are rich in fiber, which helps with the elimination of toxins and excess hormones. They’re also very hydrating and have a low glycemic index, which helps support blood sugar balance and keeps insulin levels regulated – all key to hormone health.
You simple make these overnight oats the night before and just pull them out of the fridge when ready in the AM. So, what are you waiting for?
Pumpkin Spice Pear Overnight Oats
Ingredients
For the overnight oats:
1.5 cups of organic* overnight oats
1 cup vanilla almond milk, I like the Malk brand – regular almond milk will work as well, you’ll just add some pure vanilla extract instead
1 cup of CocoJune yogurt, or yogurt of choice
3 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 tsp organic pumpkin spice
1 tsp pure vanilla extract, if not using vanilla almond milk
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp Himalayan pink or sea salt
Optional: 4 tbsp of Tejari Superfood protein powder
* Oats are one of the most heavily sprayed crops out there and contain high levels of glyphosate (aka “RoundUp”) that can disrupt your gut and hormones. I would put purchasing organic oats at the top of my list.
The toppings:
1 pear, diced
1/2 cup of walnuts, chopped
a sprinkle of more pumpkin spice
a drizzle of extra maple syrup (raw honey will work here as well, but is less fall-ish)
Process
- Mix all overnight oat ingredients together in a large bowl. Divide into four smaller containers. You could use Mason jars as well, but I really like the 8 oz glass prep bowl set by S’well.
- Refrigerate overnight, or, for at least 6 hours
- Add toppings and dig in! Marvel at how easy and relaxing that made your morning.
