Starting your day with nourishing foods sets the tone for a healthy and productive day. This recipe for Overnight Chia Pudding Oats & Nut Butter is a delicious, quick, and satisfying way to fuel your body and mind. It’s packed with protein and fiber, keeping you feeling full and energized all morning long.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple & Nutritious: Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds, and your favorite nut butter, this recipe is both delicious and good for you.
- No Added Sugar: Sweetened naturally with mashed banana, this recipe avoids added sugars for a clean and healthy start to your day.
- Customizable: Feel free to choose your preferred milk (dairy or plant-based) and nut butter! This recipe is also easily adaptable for dietary needs, being gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Easily double or triple the recipe on Sunday to have grab-and-go breakfasts all week long.
- Quick & Easy: Takes less than 5 minutes to prep the night before!
- Filling & Satisfying: Packed with fiber and healthy fats, this breakfast keeps you feeling full for hours.
- High Protein: Naturally boasts 14 grams of protein per serving, without needing protein powder.
Related Reading
To learn more about the benefits of plant-based milk vs dairy, check out our blog post on Discover the Benefits of Plant-Based Milk.
The Power of Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are tiny nutritional powerhouses! These little guys are loaded with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and minerals.
- Fiber Powerhouse: Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber, which helps promote gut health, lower cholesterol, and keep you feeling full longer.
- Omega-3 Rich: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and brain function.
- Antioxidant Boost: Chia seeds are loaded with antioxidants, which help fight free radical damage in the body.
- Mineral Power: A good source of minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, all important for strong bones and healthy body functions.
Overnight Chia Pudding Oats & Nut Butter Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 1)
- ½ cup milk of your choice (dairy or plant-based)
- ½ overripe banana, mashed
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free certified if needed)
- 2 tbsp nut butter of your choice (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Sprinkle of cinnamon (optional)
For Toppings (choose your favorites)
- Extra nut butter
- Banana slices
- Berries (strawberries, blueberries, etc.)
- Drizzle of honey, agave nectar, or maple syrup
Directions
- Whisk it Together: In a mason jar or small container with a lid, whisk together your chosen milk and mashed banana.
- Add the Goodness: Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and your favorite nut butter to the jar. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon if using. Stir well with a spoon until everything is combined. Make sure all the oats are submerged in the liquid.
- Chill & Set: Secure the lid on the jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and absorb the liquid. The oats will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Top & Enjoy! When you’re ready to enjoy your creation, take the jar out of the fridge and top it with your favorite toppings like sliced banana, berries, a drizzle of honey, or extra nut butter. Give it a quick stir and enjoy this delicious and nourishing breakfast!
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