Here’s how to make this habit-forming Overnight Chocolate Chia Oats in 5 steps:
- In a bowl, mash the banana with the cacao, sweetner if using, and water until it forms a smooth paste.
- Stir in the oats and chia seeds, and then the milk, stirring continuously.
- Place in the fridge overnight either in the bowl or in individual jars.
- To serve it warm, add to a saucepan in the morning and heat over low to medium heat around 5 minutes. You may need to add some extra liquid at this point to thin a little if the porride is to thick.
- Serve topped with berries, coconut cream/yoghurt and chopped nuts.
If you want to be creative, here are some ideas for adding extras:
- Mash a tablespoon of natural peanut butter in with the bananas
- Stir through 1/4 cup of frozen cherries or raspberries
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom spice
- Add 2 Tbsp of freshly squeezed orange juice and a little orange zest
Source: Dearna Bond