Breakfast!  What better way to get your day off to a good start… What makes that even better?   Having your breakfast prepared and ready to go without any mess in the morning.  This “make ahead” recipe offers the perfect balance of of fiber, healthy fats and protein.  AND it’s YUMMY!  Enjoy y’all!

Overnight Oatmeal-Berry Breakfast Parfaits

(Recipe courtesy of Katie Kahn and Barre3)

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS:

12 oz. (1.5 cups) yogurt, plain, whole-milk
2/3 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked
2 tsp. chia seeds
Stevia, to taste (optional)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 banana, large, mashed
1/4 cup almond milk, unsweetened
1 cup mixed berries, frozen
1/4 cup almonds, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a medium bowl, mash banana with a fork until only mostly smooth.
2. Add yogurt, oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla, and almond milk. If needed, add a dash of stevia for sweetness.
3. In a tall glass (or a glass to-go container), layer yogurt mixture in thirds with frozen mixed berries and nuts.
4. Refrigerate overnight and enjoy for breakfast, perfectly chilled!