Creamy oats blended with fresh strawberries, banana, and chia seeds for a simple, nutritious start.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, certified gluten-free
→ Dairy and Alternatives
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based such as almond or oat milk
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
→ Fruits
04 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
05 - 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
→ Seeds and Sweeteners
06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
07 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
→ Flavorings
08 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, chia seeds, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
02 - Gently fold in half of the strawberries and half of the banana slices into the oat mixture.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers.
04 - Top each serving with the remaining strawberries and banana slices.
05 - Cover and refrigerate overnight for at least 8 hours to allow oats and chia seeds to fully hydrate and soften.
06 - In the morning, stir gently and add an extra splash of milk if desired for a looser consistency. Serve chilled.
