Ingredients:

  • ½ cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 1 teaspoon Chia Seeds (or ground flaxseed)
  • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
  • ¾ cup Milk (Dairy or Non-Dairy)
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional)
  • 1 medium Frozen Banana
  • ¾ cup Frozen Mixed Berries
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup or Honey (or to taste)
  • 2–4 Tablespoons Extra Liquid (Milk or Water, if needed)

Instructions:

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In an airtight container, measure and combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Stir briefly.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the dry ingredients are fully submerged and evenly mixed.
  3. Chill base: Seal the container and refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours, or up to 3 days, allowing the oats and chia seeds to fully soften.
  4. Load blender: Transfer the entire chilled oat base into the jug of a high-speed blender.
  5. Add remaining components: Add the frozen banana slices, frozen berries, protein powder (if using), and sweetener (maple syrup or honey).
  6. Blend: Secure the lid and blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until the mixture is completely homogenous and silky smooth.
  7. Adjust and serve: If the smoothie is too thick, add extra liquid (milk or water), one tablespoon at a time, blending briefly after each addition until the desired consistency is reached. Pour immediately into a chilled glass.