We all know that I love me a smoothie and it’s no secret I love putting oats into my morning smoothies. “Studies show that oats and oatmeal have many health benefits.These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.”- health line.
Not only do I put oats in my smoothie, I make pancakes them with it, cookies, protein balls, etc.
I love enjoying oats the traditional way in a bowl of oatmeal which can get kind of boring if you enjoy oatmeal everyday that’s why I love upgrading my oatmeal with healthy mix ins, toppings and more!
Ingredients:
- ½ cup gluten free oats (or oats of choice)
- 1 cups almond milk
- cinnamon
- Chia Sees
- Ground Flax Seeds
- 1 Teaspoon of Peanut Butter ( mixed in optional)
Instructions:
Place oatmeal, almond milk, Frozen fruit (if using) and cinnamon in a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 1 ½ minutes, mix and heat for an additional minute. Let stand a few minutes before eating.
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Organic fruit and nuts to top with, ripe bananas are great for added sweetness (if using frozen fruit heat with oatmeal)
- Peanut Butter
- Chopped up nuts or chocolate covered espresso beans
- Shredded coconut flakes
- Cinnamon
