Since Holi is coming up, it was time to share a colorful Indian-inspired breakfast-like dessert. These Pistachio Overnight Oats are flavored with saffron and cardamom and taste just like dessert. This was inspired by my Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats which are healthy, vegan, and gluten-free. More Pistachio RecipesIf you love pistachios as much as I do, try my famous Pistachio Milk Cake (Tres Leches) – it’s the perfect spring, summer, Holi, or Diwali cake! For a simple and delicious cake, try my Pistachio Lemon Cake with Cardamom Whipped Cream. For a healthy ladoo, give my healthy-ish Pistachio Coconut Ladoo a try. And for a decadent Indian-inspired tiramisu, try this Eggless Kulfi Tiramisu loaded with pistachios.

Substitutions

Pistachio Milk – Feel free to use almond, cashew, or your favorite milk instead of pistachio milk. Honey – You can replace honey with maple or date syrup using the same quantity. Alternatively, you may also use 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar. Vegan – For a vegan option, use maple, date syrup, or coconut sugar. Matcha Powder – You can omit the matcha powder since it’s mainly used for color. If you want more green overnight oats, add a drop of non-toxic food color.

How To Make Pistachio Overnight Oats?

  1. Saffron-infused Water – Add a tablespoon of boiling water and a pinch of saffron threads. (Image 1)
  2. Stir and let it sit for 5 minutes. (Image 2)
  3. Make Overnight Oats – In a large bowl, add old-fashioned oats. (Image 3)
  4. Add pistachio milk, chia seeds, and ground cardamom. (Image 4)
  5. Add pistachio butter and the saffron-infused water. (Image 5)
  6. Stir well. (Image 6)
  7. Now add chopped pistachios and honey. Stir. (Image 7)
  8. You’ll need a little matcha powder for color. Mix well. (Image 8)
  9. Split the overnight oats into 3 servings. Garnish with more chopped pistachios on top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. (Image 9) TIP: For the best results, refrigerate overnight oats for at least 4 hours or longer.
  10. Enjoy cold or at room temperature. (Image 10)

More Oatmeal Recipes

✓ Saffron – Use good quality saffron because it makes all the difference. ✓ Pistachio Butter – This recipe calls for pistachio butter so buy some or make it at home. There is no substitute for pistachio butter. → I love overnight oats with a cup of hot coffee.

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