Tahini overnight oats are thick, creamy, super simple to make and are dairy free and vegan friendly. 

I don’t think I will ever get tired of overnight oat recipes. They are by far one of the easiest and more nutritious breakfast ideas out there. My favorite part is how they are totally customizable based on what you like and what you already have on hand. 

What is Tahini Anyway?

Tahini is a paste made from toasted and ground sesame seeds. You’ll often find it in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is commonly used in various dishes to add flavor, creaminess, and a nutty taste. 

It has a smooth and creamy texture and can vary in color from light beige to dark brown, depending on the roasting level of the sesame seeds.

Tahini is rich in healthy fats, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, as well as protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus. 

Be sure to try my Miso Tahini Dressing, Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies, Tahini Pasta, and Green Tahini Dip.

Ingredients Needed: 

• Oats – I recommend plain instant oats or rolled. 
• chia seeds
• Pinch of salt
• Tahini – stir well before adding to the oats.
• maple syrup – if not vegan, honey can be substituted.
• Milk – can use cows milk or plant-based milk
• vanilla extract – this is optional but adds a subtle hint of vanilla. 
• Banana and toasted, chopped pecans – for serving

How to Make Tahini Overnight Oats 

Add the oats, chia seeds, tahini, salt, maple syrup, milk and vanilla (if using) to a mason jar or container. Mix well and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours. 

When ready to serve, top with chopped pecans and sliced bananas. 

Tips for Making 

• Don’t add the bananas and pecans until you are ready to serve. This way they stay fresh without getting mushy or the bananas turning brown. 
• If you need the overnight oats to be gluten free, just use a gluten free variety of oats. All of the other ingredients are naturally free of gluten. 
• The amount of liquid and the soaking time determines the consistency. For thicker oats, use less milk and soak for a shorter period of time. For thinner oats, add extra milk and soak overnight or longer. 
• You can also add a scoop of your favorite protein powder for an extra boost. 
• If for some reason you run out of tahini, but still want to make this recipe use a nut butter in its place. 
• Overnight oats are best within the first 5 days of making. 
• These are great for meal prepping breakfast.

Overnight Oat Topping Ideas 

• Granola 
• Yogurt
• Nut or seed butter
• Fresh, frozen, or dried fruit
• Other nuts or seeds 
• Coconut
• Chocolate Chips

More Irresistible Overnight Oat Recipes: 

• Pear Overnight Oats
• Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
• Chocolate Orange Overnight Oats
• Cinnamon Overnight Oats
• Coffee Overnight Oats
• Strawberry Overnight Oats
• Mango Overnight Oats

Tahini Overnight Oats

Tahini overnight oats are thick, creamy, super simple to make and are dairy free and vegan friendly.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: tahini overnight oat recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Refrigerator Time: 4 hours hours

Total Time: 4 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 1

Author: Abbie

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup rolled or plain instant oats
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 2/3 cup cows milk or plant-based milk
• Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ banana sliced
• 1 tablespoon toasted chopped pecans

Instructions

• In a container or mason jar, add oats, chia, salt, tahini, maple syrup, milk, and optional vanilla. Mix together well. Place in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight
• When ready to eat, open mix well. Top with banana and pecans.

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