# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - ¼ cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
# Recipe Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, mix the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly into 4 clean jars or containers, approximately ¾ cup per jar.
03 - Top each jar with your choice of toppings such as mixed berries with granola, sliced banana with peanut butter and chopped nuts, shredded coconut with dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips, or fresh strawberries with almond butter.
04 - Seal jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir the contents, add extra milk if desired for creaminess, and enjoy directly from the jar or serve in a bowl.
