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Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls are a convenient and customizable option for busy mornings, combining nutritious grains, proteins, fruits, and toppings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats Combine with milk for overnight oats.
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup cooked farro Cook according to package instructions.
Protein Layer
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Can be plain or vanilla.
  • 2 tablespoons nut butter Almond, peanut, or cashew.
  • 1 scoop protein powder Optional ingredient.
Fruits and Toppings
  • 1 cup mixed berries Can include strawberries, blueberries, raspberries.
  • 1 medium banana Sliced.
  • 1 medium apple Diced.
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts Walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey For sweetness.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons granola For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Choose your preferred base ingredient and prepare accordingly. For overnight oats, combine rolled oats with milk of choice and let sit overnight in the refrigerator. For quinoa or farro bases, cook according to package instructions, let cool completely, and portion into your containers.
Create Your Protein Layer
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt with your chosen nut butter, stirring until smooth. If using protein powder, add it now and mix thoroughly to eliminate any lumps.
  2. Carefully spoon this mixture on top of your grain base in each container, creating a distinct layer.
Add Your Fruit Components
  1. Wash, dry, and prepare your fruit selections. Distribute your prepared fruit evenly among your containers.
Add Toppings and Store
  1. In a small bowl, combine your nuts, seeds, sweetener, and cinnamon. Secure lids tightly on your breakfast containers and refrigerate.
Serving Your Breakfast Bowls
  1. When ready to enjoy, remove from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes if preferred less chilled. Add any reserved toppings and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgFiber: 10gSugar: 15g

Notes

You can customize ingredients and flavors. Consider storage of toppings separately for maximum crunchiness. Store in airtight containers.

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