21st April 2020

Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats: Breakfast Treat

Name: Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats:
Prep time: 5 min
Ingredients: 500ml skimmed, 1% or semi-skimmed milk or fortified unsweetened soya milk; 175g rolled oats; 2 medium sized ripe bananas, cut into chunks; 60g California walnuts, chopped; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 medium sized ripe bananas, sliced; 30g California walnuts, chopped

Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats. Fancy making some Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats? How tasty!?

Serving: 4 People

Cooking time: 5 Min

Description:

This simple make-ahead breakfast combines oats, bananas, walnuts and optional dark chocolate for a tasty and satisfying way to start the day.

Ingredients:

Oats:

500ml skimmed, 1% or semi-skimmed milk or fortified unsweetened soya milk

175g rolled oats

2 medium sized ripe bananas, cut into chunks

60g California walnuts, chopped

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Assembly:

2 medium sized ripe bananas, sliced

30g California walnuts, chopped

Preparations:

1.) Add milk, oats, banana, walnuts, and vanilla extract equally to four mason jars. Cover and shake jars to combine ingredients. Refrigerate overnight.

2.) When ready to serve, top with banana slices, chocolate chips (if using) and walnuts.

Dietitian Sian Porter Says:

“The essential omega-3 fatty acid ALA in California Walnuts helps maintain normal blood cholesterol levels*. Walnuts are a rich source of magnesium which helps normal muscle function including heart muscle.

A type of fibre found in oats; Oat beta-glucan, has been shown to help maintain normal blood cholesterol levels*. Oats are a good source of Thiamin (vitamin B1) which contributes to the normal function of the heart.

Bananas are a rich source of potassium which contributes to normal blood pressure.”

Updated Post. First published here 28th February 2019.

Recipe and image courtesy of California Walnuts: Twitter.Facebook.Instagram.

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