Overnight Oats

For a quick AM breakfast or “on the go” breakfast, add ingredients the night before in a 8 oz glass jar w/ lid or container and refrigerate. In the AM you will have breakfast or a snack ready to go.

Here is my personal favorite.

Ingredients

• 1/ 2 cup raw oats (quick, regular, or mixed)

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

• 1/8 tsp hemps hearts ( optional)

• 1/4 tsp of vanilla extract

• 1 tsp maple syrup

Add in’s

1/2 diced apple ( 1 tablespoon applesauce), 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tablespoon chopped pecans

1 tablespoon nut butter, 1 tablespoon of my Chia Seed Jam (pb&j) and fresh berries to top

1 tablespoon protein powder, 1 teaspoon of peanut butter, 1/2 sliced banana, goji berries, top w/ cacao nibs.

Rise and Glow Chia Pudding

This easy, make-ahead breakfast is loaded with omega-3s, protein, and magnesium to fuel your body, support digestion, and keep your energy stable all morning.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond or coconut milk
1 tsp maple syrup or raw honey
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp hemp seeds (for extra protein)
1 tbsp sliced almonds or walnuts
1/2 cup fresh berries

Instructions:

In a jar or bowl, stir together chia seeds, milk, sweetener, vanilla, and cinnamon.

Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.

Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).

In the morning, top with hemp seeds, nuts, and fresh berries.

Pro Tip: Add 1 tbsp almond butter or Greek yogurt for extra protein and creaminess!

You may want to double or triple the recipe for a AM meal prep for the week. Store in glass jars!

Simple But Mighty Oatmeal

There’s nothing like a warm simple oatmeal to start the day …and the toppings are endless! You can make this simple recipe into one of the healthiest and mightiest ways to start your day!

Ingredients

• ½ cup uncooked org rolled oats

• 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or water

• Pinch of salt

• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon ( optional)

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

  My favorite toppings to choose from :

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/4 cup berries, 2 tablespoons of sliced roasted almonds, 1/2 teaspoon of nut butter, 1/2 chopped apple, sprinkle of cinnamon, banana slices, 1/4 teaspoon of chia seeds, 1 teaspoon goji berries, 1 tablespoon of dried cranberries, 1 tablespoon of roasted pumpkin seeds.

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients in a pot or saucepan over medium heat

2. Bring to a boil then reduce to a low simmer for about 5-7 minutes

3. Oatmeal is done when most of the liquid is absorbed.

4. Transfer to bowl and add on your favorite toppings

5. Enjoy