Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup fresh milk
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, optional
- Sliced banana or berries for topping
How it's made!
- In a jar or bowl, combine the rolled oats, fresh milk, and Greek yoghurt.
- Add the chia seeds, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and cocoa powder if using.
- Stir well until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Stir before serving and top with sliced banana or berries.
- Tips
- For a thicker consistency, reduce the milk slightly or add extra chia seeds.
- Prepare it the night before for a quick and filling Suhur option.
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