Overnight Oats
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 4+ hours (overnight)
Ingredients
Oats Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop Form Nutrition Superblend Protein (optional)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk)
- 1/2 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
- 1 tsp greens powder (e.g., Rheal Clean Greens or Shreddy Supergreens)
Ginger Spice Layer
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (optional)
- 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (e.g., blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
Toppings
- Additional frozen or fresh berries
- Crushed nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- Sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
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Prepare the Oats Base:
- In a jar or container, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, water, greens powder, and Form Nutrition Protein (if using). Stir well and set aside.
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Make the Ginger Spice Layer:
- In a blender or bowl, combine grated ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, frozen berries, almond butter, almond milk, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup (if desired).
- Blend or whisk until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, lightly mash the berries instead of blending.
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Layer the Ingredients:
- Pour the Ginger Spice mixture over the oats base. Stir lightly or leave as a layered presentation.
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Refrigerate:
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
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Serve:
- In the morning, stir the oats and top with additional berries, crushed nuts, and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Enjoy chilled or microwave briefly if you prefer it warm.
Why This Recipe is Great for Psoriatic Arthritis
- Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients: Ginger, cinnamon, and berries combat inflammation.
- Joint-Supportive Nutrients: Chia seeds and almond butter provide omega-3s and vitamin E for joint health.
- Gut Health: Oats, berries, and greens powder support a healthy gut, which is crucial for autoimmune conditions.
- Sustained Energy: The combination of oats, protein, and healthy fats ensures stable energy release throughout the morning.
Tip: Customize the recipe by adding a pinch of turmeric (with black pepper) or a teaspoon of ground flaxseeds for even more anti-inflammatory benefits!