Chocolate Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie
Recently I have seriously upped my running habits (re: Ragnar Training). One side effect that I have really noticed is that I crave healthier foods. My desire for fast food is almost completely gone - almost being the important word - and I want funny things like protein shakes. I have made this with both raspberries and banana and I think I prefer the raspberry, although the banana is yummy. It's yummy and healthy and makes a great breakfast or recovery shake after a long run.
Recipe:
Yield: 1 big smoothie
1/2 Cup Oats
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup milk (I have used both regular and coconut milk with much success)
1 tbsp cocoa
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp honey
1/2 banana or 1/4-1/2 cup other fruit of your choice (raspberries are also delightful)
Optional: 1-2 tbsp protein powder
Put the oats, chia seeds, and milk in a cup and allow to sit in the fridge overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Dump the contents of the cup in a blender or food processor and add the rest of the ingredients. Blend until well mixed with no big chunks.
Recipe:
Yield: 1 big smoothie
1/2 Cup Oats
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup milk (I have used both regular and coconut milk with much success)
1 tbsp cocoa
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp honey
1/2 banana or 1/4-1/2 cup other fruit of your choice (raspberries are also delightful)
Optional: 1-2 tbsp protein powder
Put the oats, chia seeds, and milk in a cup and allow to sit in the fridge overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Dump the contents of the cup in a blender or food processor and add the rest of the ingredients. Blend until well mixed with no big chunks.
Pour back in your cup and enjoy!
This looks so tasty! I can't wait to try it. I love a good smoothie in the morning.
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