We Perfected Trader Joe's Overnight Oats & Here's How!

How to Make Trader Joe's Overnight Oats

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This Vanilla Overnight Oats recipe is as close to the Trader Joe's version as you'll ever make at home. Just 5 minutes of prep is all it takes!

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Just like TJs 6 Easy Ingredients On-the-go Breakfast

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We tested these oats more times than we can count! In the end, the recipe we're about to share tasted the best and is the closest to Trader Joe's Vanilla Oats.

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- Oats - Vanilla extract - Almond butter - Salt - Dates - Water

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Finely chop the dates. Heat the almond butter in the micorwave for 30 seconds. Then, mix them both with the water in a bowl.

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Add the water mixture with the oats and the rest of the ingredients to a jar. Place in the fridge overnight to allow the oats to soften.

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We like to make multiple servings of this recipe to meal prep breakfast for the whole week. They're a great on-the-go breakfast!

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To view the full Trader Joe's Vanilla Overnight Oats recipe, tricks, and tips, visit Joy to the Food by clicking on the link below!

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