# Midnight Black Sesame Overnight Oats
Canonical URL: https://thefoodthatshapedus.com/recipes/black-sesame-overnight-oats
Publication state: published
Updated: 2026-07-28
Primary keyword: black sesame overnight oats recipe
A practical, source-aware recipe for black sesame overnight oats, with the history kept close to the method.
## Timing and Yield
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 0 minutes
- Total: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 jars
## Ingredients
- 180 g rolled oats
- 500 ml milk or oat drink
- 160 g plain yogurt
- 60 g black sesame paste
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
## Method
1. Whisk the base: Whisk milk, yogurt, sesame paste, maple syrup, and salt.
   Step image: https://thefoodthatshapedus.com/images/recipes/steps/black-sesame-overnight-oats-step-1.webp
   Image description: Step 1: Whisk the base for Black Sesame Overnight Oats.
2. Add oats: Stir in the oats until evenly coated.
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   Image description: Step 2: Add oats for Black Sesame Overnight Oats.
3. Portion: Divide the oat mixture evenly among four clean jars and cover tightly.
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   Image description: Step 3: Portion for Black Sesame Overnight Oats.
4. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 6 hours so the oats soften before serving.
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   Image description: Step 4: Chill for Black Sesame Overnight Oats.
## Storage
Cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat only when the texture benefits from it.
## History Context
A contemporary overnight-oat format links northern oats with the long culinary life of sesame.
## Primary Image
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- Description: Black Sesame Overnight Oats, presented as a food-focused editorial visualization by The Foods That Shaped Us.
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## Sources
1. What Is Trending on Google This Summer. Google. https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/summergeist-google-trends/