Creamy, layered oats with berries, nuts, and seeds for a quick, customizable start to the day.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for vegan)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
02 - Divide the oat mixture evenly among 4 clean jars or containers, approximately 3/4 cup per jar.
03 - Top each jar with chosen ingredients: Jar 1 with mixed berries and granola; Jar 2 with sliced banana, peanut butter, and chopped nuts; Jar 3 with shredded coconut, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate chips; Jar 4 with fresh strawberries and almond butter.
04 - Seal each jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir contents of each jar, add extra milk if desired, and enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.
