Mixed Berry Oatmeal Smoothie with Chia Seeds

Get a good start in this morning with this delicious mixed berry oatmeal smoothie filled with fiber and protein! You can make it ahead if you like.

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I’ve got a great breakfast recipe for you – and once you try it, it’ll be part of your normal routine.

Because that’s how delicious this mixed berry oatmeal smoothie is! I’m going to be honest, I don’t always have time for a big production in the morning.

Berry Oat Smoothie

This oatmeal yogurt smoothie is something you can make the night before and then put in the refrigerator ’til the next morning. It’s perfect!

If you’re looking for something filing, that’s another reason to indulge in this breakfast smoothie. The rolled oats provide fiber, and the almond milk gives you the protein.

Here are a few things you might want to know about oatmeal smoothies.

Can you use oatmeal in a smoothie?

Well, of course – that’s why we’re here! Having said that, the point of the oatmeal is to thicken the smoothie. The flavor of oats also blends with nearly every other flavor . . . milk, fruit, and more.

I love the thickness that the oats give to this breakfast beverage, especially with milk. I highly recommend it!

Do you have to cook oatmeal before putting in smoothie?

No, and I don’t recommend it. I like whole rolled oats that aren’t cooked, and that is what adds the thickness. If you don’t like your beverage so thick, you can soak the oats in milk or water for about an hour before making the recipe.

I don’t have any particular brand that I like – basically any rolled oats are fine. However I do have a brand of gluten free oats that I like: Bob’s Red Mill. They are really good! If you want to make this recipe gluten free, Bob’s.

Are oatmeal smoothies healthy?

Oats have some unique ingredients — in particular, the soluble fiber beta-glucan and antioxidants called avenanthramides.

The benefits of oats include lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, protection against skin irritation, and reduced constipation.

Plus are you aware of the health benefits of chia seeds? These little guys pack a healthy punch in a small package: tons of fiber, protein, healthy fats and more.

Are you ready to enjoy your delicious breakfast oatmeal smoothie? Get the recipe below!

Easy Oat Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1/2 Cup of old fashioned rolled oats, ground to a fine powder
• 1 T of chia seeds soaked in 2 or 3 tbsp. of water for 10 minutes
• 1 Cup of mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 Cup of almond milk
• 1 tbsp. of honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 3 tbsp. of Greek yogurt
• Handful of ice

Directions:

Blend everything in a blender (I love my Blendtec!) till smooth. Add little more milk if required. Adjust for sweetness with honey/syrup. Garnish with additional berries and serve.

This oatmeal smoothie recipe makes enough to fit into two mason jars – however, if you’re hungry or really like smoothies as I do, you’ll probably want to keep it all for yourself.

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