Overnight Oats: Chunky Monkey
Source: Found on Pinterest
Just like eating dessert for breakfast, and it is healthy!
The flavor combo is amazing.
Overnight oats are a popular breakfast in Switzerland.
They were created by Dr. Maximillian Bircher for his patients in Zurich because it helps to slow digestion and feel fuller, longer.
Ingredients
- 1 c. rolled or old fashioned oats (not instant or quick cook)
- 1 cup vanilla almond milk (regular milk is fine)
- 1-1/2 t. chia seeds
- ½ c. Greek yogurt (plain, vanilla or banana)
- 2 Tbls. peanut butter, divided
Toppings
- 1 banana, sliced
- 2 Tbls unsweetened coconut flakes, divided among each serving
- 2 Tbls. mini dark chocolate chips, divided among each serving
Instructions
Mix the oats, milk, and chia seeds in a container. Put in the refrigerator overnight.
In the morning mix in the Greek yogurt, and 1 tablespoon of peanut butter.
Top with the remaining peanut butter (about 1 teaspoon per serving), sliced banana, coconut flakes, and mini chocolate chips.
NOTE: Makes 2-3 servings