Chocolate-banana oats
This simple, quick-to-make recipe is great for a filling and delicious breakfast. It is packed with fibre, energy, and healthy sugars that stop those spikes and help your body to start off the day strong and with that little extra skip in your step.
I’ve talked about oats in one of my previous recipes. They are a popular feature on any breakfast menu… and for good reason! They are high in fibre, which aids in digestion and satiety, while also having a low glycemic index (GI) which prevents blood-sugar spikes as your body digests the soluble fibre nice and slowly. The banana adds some natural sweetness that also provides the benefit of preventing muscle cramps due to the potassium and magnesium content!
Toppings include sliced nectarines and some yoghurt. I find this provides a really refreshing combination with the warm chocolatey-ness of the oats. Plus, yoghurt adds a probiotic boost and an extra little punch of protein while nectarines add a tangy-ness full of vitamin C and other wonderful antioxidants.
Other optional additions include some crunchy granola (recipe still to come!) or any other toasted nuts or seeds for a bit of crunch. I also sometimes like to add a bit of protein powder or collagen powder to increase my protein in morning, especially if I’m weight-training during the day. Hope you guys enjoy, and let me know how it goes if you decide to try it!
Chocolate-banana oats
Cuisine: BreakfastDifficulty: Easy1
servings5
minutes1
minuteIngredients
1/4 cup + 2tbsp jungle oats
1 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tsp chia seeds
1 tsp honey
+/- 1/4 cup boiling water
+/- 2tbsp milk
1/2 banana (sliced)
protein powder/collagen powder (optional)
- Toppings:
a sprinkle of granola/toasted nuts or seeds
1/4 cup yoghurt
1 nectarine, sliced
Directions
- In a medium mug, add the oats, cocoa powder and chia seeds and mix together.
- Add boiling water until just above where the oats “line” is so they are well-covered. Allow to soak for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the honey and chopped banana, making sure everything is well-combined. Add in enough milk that they oats are a “runny” consistency.
- Microwave in increments so that they don’t boil over. First 40 seconds, then 15 seconds, then 10 seconds.
- Stir thoroughly, add your desired toppings, and enjoy! If I’m on the go, I just grab the mug and go. Sometimes I transfer it to a bowl in order to make space for more toppings, as seen in the photos:)
