Oatmeal in a jar

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This is actually really good for breakfast. I baked it in 4 ramekins and just brought one to work to heat up there. The chia seeds had a nice crunch. It's kind of dry, but I dunno....strangely good. From Chatelaine's website.



Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp chia seed (or ground flax)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Pinch of fine grain sea salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup almond milk (or regular milk)
1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (just used 1 tsp)
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 peach (or other fruit like apple or banana), chopped (I used a banana)
1/3 cup walnuts or pecans (you can omit these or use sunflower seeds for nut-free), chopped

Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grab six mini mason jars (125ml/4.2 oz) and remove lids. Alternatively, you can use 8 oz jars and make 3-4 servings.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, chia seed (or ground flax), cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder.

3. Add the almond milk, vanilla, and maple syrup and stir until combined. Fold in the chopped fruit and nuts.

4. Keep stirring the mixture so some of the milk will absorb. Divide the mixture between the 6 mason jars (about 1/3 cup mixture each), leaving about 1.5 cm at the top. If any milk remains at the bottom of the bowl, divide it between the jars. Gently push the oatmeal down with your fingers.

5. Bake at 350F for 22-25 minutes on a small baking sheet, or until slightly firm and golden on top. Allow to cool completely for about an hour or longer. Add any toppings you desire, place on lid, and into the fridge.

Nutritional info: (per jar, makes 6) 137 cals, 7 grams fat (1 g sat fat), 47 mg sodium, 18 grams carbs, 3 grams fibre, 7 grams sugar, 4 grams protein
Add nut or seed butter and strawberry jam on top for extra healthy fats and protein.

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