Overnight Lemon Ricotta Breakfast Jars with Berry Compote
20min
10min
4
420
Chef's Note
These breakfast jars can be prepared up to 4 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making them perfect for busy mornings. The berry compote can be made with frozen berries if fresh aren't available. For a dairy-free version, substitute the ricotta and yogurt with coconut yogurt and use your favorite plant-based milk. Keep the toppings separate until ready to eat for the best texture.
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Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup almond milk
2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 cup sliced almonds
8 fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats and chia seeds. Set aside.
- 2
In another bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey, half the lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3
Add the almond milk to the oat mixture and stir to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to begin absorbing liquid.
- 4
For the berry compote, add 1 1/2 cups of mixed berries to a small saucepan with remaining 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and remaining lemon zest.
- 5
Cook the berry mixture over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries break down and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- 6
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Set aside to cool.
- 7
To assemble the breakfast jars: Divide the oat mixture among four 16-oz mason jars or containers, filling each about 1/3 full.
- 8
Layer the ricotta mixture on top of the oats in each jar.
- 9
Once cooled, spoon the berry compote on top of the ricotta layer.
- 10
Cover the jars with lids and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- 11
Before serving, top each jar with the remaining fresh berries, toasted almonds, and mint leaves. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
18g
52g
16g
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