Gut Friendly Chia Oats
Oats are a nourishing breakfast staple, providing complex carbohydrates and fiber, but pairing them with protein, healthy fats, and additional fiber makes for a much more balanced and satisfying meal.
Half chia pudding, half oats, and completely delicious. This recipe is a cozy, nourishing way to start the day.
INGREDIENTS
Gut Friendly Chia Oats (vegan, gluten free)
For approx. 1
1 c nut milk
1 serving collagen
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 c rolled oats
2 tbs chia seeds
1 tsp maple syrup
A generous pinch of salt
Toppings of choice
METHOD
Add the nut milk, collagen and vanilla to a pot, whisk to combine. Then add the oats, chia seeds, salt and maple syrup. Stir to combine well, making sure the chia isn’t clumping as it tends to do. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust the consistency to your liking - for a thinner porridge add a splash of nut milk at the end.
Once ready spoon into a bowl and add your favorite toppings. Here I have cinnamon, persimmon, cacao nibs and rose because that is the season, but there are so many topping options. Tahini, freshly ground flax seeds, raspberries, blueberries.. endless. But if you don’t have any toppings to add, just a sprinkle of cinnamon can also be delightful.
Tip: Use a truly flavorless collagen. It makes all the difference. I love Norcal Organics the most because they are pasture raised and 100% grass fed, but I also use Bullet Proof Collagen. Both are tasteless and dissolve easily - which isn’t the case for all collagen!