Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (45g) old fashioned rolled oats
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) milk of choice
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon (7g) pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup (75g) frozen mixed berries
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Combine dry ingredients. Place 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, and a pinch of salt into your jar. Note: Mixing the dry bits first prevents the chia seeds from clumping when they hit the liquid.
  2. Add the liquid base. Pour in 2/3 cup milk of choice and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Sweeten the mix. Drizzle in 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey. Stir vigorously until no dry spots remain.
  4. Incorporate the fruit. Gently fold in 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries. Note: Don't over mix here if you want distinct streaks of color rather than a solid purple mush.
  5. Seal and shake. Close the lid tightly and give it one final shake to distribute the berries.
  6. The long soak. Place the jar in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours. Wait until the oats are plump and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Final check. Before eating, give it a quick stir. If it’s too thick, splash in a tablespoon of milk to loosen it up.
  8. Garnish and serve. Top with a few extra berries or a sprinkle of nuts if you want some crunch.