Chia Seed Oats

Oats are one of my favorite staple foods. Versatile, filling and full of fiber - these babies are great for on the go breakfasts or something cozy and warm to have at home as you start your day. I love oatmeal because I can get creative with toppings and add-ins and really nourish myself first thing in the morning. I often find myself craving fruit and other simple breakfast-like foods, but any of the recipes I put up are amazing at any time of the day! Check out the recipe for my Chia Seed Oats below with yummy fruit on the bottom.

Ingredients:

1 ripened organic banana
1/2 cup raw rolled oats
1 cup of your favorite plant-based milk (almond/cashew milk, coconut milk, pea protein milk, soy milk, flax milk)
1 tablespoon raw or sprouted chia seeds
pinch of cinnamon
splash of vanilla extract
handful of blueberries

Prep:

Start by adding the oats, chia seeds and milk to a saucepan until bubbling occurs
Next, turn down the heat to a simmer
As you stir, add in half of your banana, slicing very thin banana coins into your oats mixture
Stir and smoosh banana with a wooden spoon as you cook the banana oats until thickened
Here you can add in your cinnamon and vanilla (and breathe in the amazing smells!)
You can always add more milk if you'd like the oatmeal to be a bit soupier, or let sit for a few moments longer to thicken
Slice the remaining banana into a mason jar with a handful of blueberries
Pour oatmeal on top and enjoy!