Oats are probably the best way to start your morning.
They are filling, energising and the best part is, that the ways you can eat oats are endless!
You can completely customise oats depending on your favourite toppings, textures and what method you want to make them.
And remember, if you are looking for an extra protein kick in the morning, be sure to add a scoop of your favourite protein powder to any of the following! Here are our favourite ways to incorporate oats into your morning routine.
Scrambled oats
The best way to describe these is like a seriously healthy banana bread – delish!
What you will need:
- 1 egg
- 1 banana (riper means sweeter)
- 25g oats
- Toppings of choice
How to:
- Mash up your banana in a bowl
- Add in 1 egg & your 25g of oats
- Now is the perfect time to add in any extras such as berries or chocolate chips
- Using a pan on medium heat with a small amount of butter, pour on your mixture like a pancake.
- Once the mixture is cooked on one side, you can begin to scramble it by breaking it up.
- Once it is cooked through, you can plate it up.
- I like to serve mine with Greek yogurt, chocolate chips and microwaved frozen berries.
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Baked oats
Probably one of the most trending breakfasts at the moment and for good reason! Baked oats are almost like a healthy cake for your breakfast. Here’s how to make them carrot cake style!
What you will need:
- 25g oats
- ½ banana
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Toppings of choice
How to:
- Set your oven to 175 degrees
- Blend the oats, banana, egg, milk, vanilla, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in any toppings such as chocolate chips or fruit.
- Grease a ramekin or small oven-safe dish and pour the mixture in.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes. Eat warm straight from the dish or top with yogurt, nut butter, or more fruit.
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Overnight oats
Overnight oats are the goat of meal prepping. They can be served hot or cold and are so quick and easy.
What you need:
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 1–2 tsp chia seeds
- 1–2 tsp honey
- Any toppings of choice
How to:
- Grab a glass jar for storage
- Mix all of your ingredients together
- You can add in your toppings now or wait until the morning for a fresher and crunchier texture.
- Seal container and let sit in the fridge overnight or at least 4 hours
- You can microwave it if you like your oats warm or eat them cold!
- Add your toppings of choice and you are good to go!
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