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Healthy Gestational Diabetes Overnight Oats Recipe with Almond Butter & Berries

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A quick, easy, and diabetes-friendly overnight oats recipe featuring almond butter and fresh berries that helps keep blood sugar steady while providing a creamy, satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (40g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons (32g) natural almond butter (no added sugar or oils)
  • 1/2 cup (75g) fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Measure and combine oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a jar or container. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
  2. Add almond milk and vanilla extract (if using). Stir well until everything is moistened.
  3. Swirl in almond butter gently to create pockets of creaminess without fully mixing.
  4. Top with fresh or thawed berries without stirring them in.
  5. Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. In the morning, stir the oats to blend almond butter fully if desired, or leave swirled for texture. Add a splash of almond milk if too thick. Adjust with cinnamon or extra berries as preferred.

Notes

Use rolled oats for best texture; avoid instant oats to prevent mushiness. Natural almond butter is key for healthy fats and creaminess. If oats are too thick in the morning, add a splash of almond milk. Can be stored in the fridge up to 3 days. For nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and almond milk with coconut milk.

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Keywords: overnight oats, gestational diabetes, almond butter, berries, healthy breakfast, diabetes-friendly, quick breakfast, chia seeds, low sugar

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