Samoa Cookie Overnight Oats

Ingredients

salted date caramel:

• 8 dates
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/8 tsp salt

Overnight Oats:

• 3/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats,, gluten free if necessary, or use other grain flakes
• 2 teaspoon chia seeds
• 2-3 teaspoons vegan mini chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup non-dairy milk
• 2 drops of almond extract or vanilla extract, optional

Garnishes:

• 2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut, toast over medium low for a few mins
• 2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips
• 2 tsp non-dairy milk
• berries, bananas, other fruits

Steps

1. If not already soaked, leave the dates in 1/2 cup hot water for 15 mins. Blend them with that soaking water and salt until smooth and creamy.
2. In a bowl, combine oats, chia, chocolate chips and non dairy milk. Add 3 tbsp date caramel and a pinch of salt, plus almond extract or vanilla extract if desired.
3. Mix thoroughly and press the oats down so all are soaked. Chill for 10 mins, then transfer to jars. Alternatively, combine everything in 1 mason jar.
4. Add some date caramel on top or swirl it through, then top generously with toasted coconut.
5. Melt the chocolate chips with the non dairy milk in a double boiler or microwave. Drizzle over the coconut, either lightly or pouring some on to form a thin, ganache-like layer.
6. Seal and refrigerate overnight. If needed, warm lightly before serving; add berries and sliced fruit of your choice and serve.