Description
A nourishing, customizable breakfast bowl packed with fiber, protein, and heart-healthy benefits. Inspired by nostalgic apple-cinnamon oats and modernized with superfoods and diverse toppings.
Ingredients
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 ripe banana (mashed)
1 tbsp Greek yogurt
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp sliced almonds
1/4 cup mixed berries
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
1. Combine oats and almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir and simmer for 4-6 minutes until thickened.
3. Mash in half a banana for sweetness and creaminess.
4. Remove from heat and mix in Greek yogurt.
5. Top with chia seeds, almonds, berries, and a drizzle of honey.
6. Optional: sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg.
Notes
Use steel-cut or quick oats as a substitute.
For a protein boost, stir in a scoop of protein powder or an egg while cooking.
Overnight option: combine ingredients in a jar and refrigerate overnight.
Get creative with toppings like nut butters, seeds, fruit, or even dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: oatmeal, healthy breakfast, overnight oats, high-protein