Overnight Oats 3 ways

Overnight oats has been taking over my Pinterest news feed lately and with good reason. Packed with countless health benefits it’s safe to say that it’s one of my favourite superfoods.

Daily routines are an important part of my life, as they tend to be busy which can quickly turn into chaos if I don’t plan ahead of time. I try my utmost to prepare healthy meals in advance, because the working day can become pretty unbearable if I don’t eat properly.

Overnight oats are so easy to prepare the night before and saves me a considerable amount of time in the mornings. There are endless flavour possibilities to keep you interested and it can be adjusted to suit most dietary requirements.

This breakfast can keep you full for up to 4 hours, not to mention that it’s perfect as a pre-workout meal if you are someone that likes to exercise in the mornings.

The starches in the oats are broken down overnight, improving their digestibility.  The Greek yoghurt contains probiotics and is full of vitamin B12.

Some Healthy facts about oats:

• High in Fiber
• Lowers cholesterol
• Full of Omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and calcium. Keeps your heart happy.
• Reduces blood sugar spikes and keeps your sugar levels stable
• Aids in weight loss
• Immune boosting
• Protein rich
• Energy booster and de-stresser

Difficulty: super easy, Serving: 1

What we need: a jar, or bowl and cling film

Simple overnight oats

• 1/3 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 1/3 cup full cream milk (milk alternative of choice)
• 1/4 full cream Greek yoghurt
• pinch of cinnamon
• 1 tsp chai seeds
• fruit slices (I used guava)
• honey to drizzle on top

Mix the oats, milk, yoghurt, cinnamon and chai seeds in container of choice. Seal the container with lid or cling film and refrigerate overnight. Add fruit and honey in the morning.

Peanut butter and banana Overnight Oats

• 1/3 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 1/3 cup full cream milk (milk alternative)
• 1 Tbs no sugar peanut butter
• 1 banana mashed
• 1/4 cup vanilla yogurt or Greek yoghurt
• Banana chips to decorate (optional)

Add peanut butter to the bottom of the glass/ container. Mix the oats, mashed banana, milk and add to the glass. Seal container and refrigerate overnight. Add yoghurt and banana chips in the morning.

cocoa and flaxseed overnight oats

• 1/3 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 1/4 cup vanilla/ Greek Yoghurt
• 1/3 cup full cream milk (milk alternative)
• 1 tsp dark no sugar cocoa powder
• 1 tsp flaxseed powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence (if using Greek Yoghurt)
• 1/2 tsp- 1 tsp Fynbos honey
• Toasted coconut (optional)

Mix the oats, milk, yoghurt, flaxseed powder and honey in container of choice. Seal the container with lid or cling film and refrigerate overnight. Add toasted coconut in morning and enjoy.