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Make-Ahead Oat-Jar Base
A measured dry mix that turns into overnight oats, hot oats, or a smoothie booster.
5 min hands-on
5 min total
6 servings
High fibre
Vegetarian
Make ahead
What you need
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chia or ground flax
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional)
- 1/2 cup milk powder (optional)
How to make it
- 1Mix the dry ingredients in a large jar.
- 2Portion into six small jars or bags.
- 3Add yogurt and milk overnight, or cook with water in the morning.
Make it work on a busy day
Keep a scoop inside the jar so each portion takes seconds.
Swaps
- • Use sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts.
- • Add cocoa, cardamom, or citrus zest for variety.