But first let’s keep things consistent around here and begin with a morning workout recap.
Workout
Today’s workout began with 20 minutes on the elliptical. I was tempted to just pedal away and take it easy, but instead I cranked up the intensity for 10 minutes with some intervals.
My 20-minute elliptical workout looked like this:
This workout could easily be done back-to-back for a 40 minute session. It made my time on the elliptical go by much faster than usual!
Also, to give you a point of reference for the above workout since I know many ellipticals are very different, the ellipticals at my gym go up to a resistance level of 20. Also, I would guess that the cross ramp setting would be at about a nine for this workout, but my elliptical didn’t have that particular setting option like many do.
I finished up my workout with some strength training before calling it a day.
Breakfast
Breakfast this morning was a bit of an experiment, but one that worked out surprisingly well!
I’ve had a few people email me about a dairy-free option for overnight oats and while I’ve played around with a few recipes in the past, last night I finally created a winner.
This morning, when I took my first bite, I was immediately reminded of oatmeal cookie dough. If that’s not an indicator of a yummy recipe, I don’t know what is!
Oatmeal Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Serves One
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of your choice), plus a bit more if necessary
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients together, stirring to mix well.
- Let sit overnight (or at least an hour) in an airtight container.
- Stir oats and add another splash of milk if they’re a little too thick. (I probably added close to 1/4 cup of additional almond milk.)
- Top with nuts, fresh fruit, granola or desired toppings and enjoy.
Since a few of you were curious about the nutritional information of my original overnight oats recipe, here’s the nutritional breakdown of this recipe:
Fiber! Protein! Talk about some serious staying power. Woo!
Also, for my vegan friends out there, if you omit the honey or replace it with a sweetener of your choice, this recipe could easily work for you as well.
I should also say that while I love this dish, if you’re funny about texture, I must warn you that the oats are very doughy and a bit chewy due to the thickening power of the chia seeds. While I personally love the texture, I know it might not be for everyone, especially those who already have an aversion to basic overnight oats made with Greek yogurt.
I ended up eating my oats for breakfast along with a small banana and a hot mug of coffee.
As you can see, I made sure to take a second to pop off the creepy little nubbin on the top of the banana before eating it. Say no to the nubbin!
Off to cram in a few hours of work before an afternoon committee meeting for the Taste of Ocala.
Enjoy your morning!
Love having the dairy free option! And I love this blog.
Lauren
I cant wait to try this oats recipe for breakfast tomorrow! Looks great!
Bethany
Did you get a chance to try out your processor yet?
Serena
I’m so happy you posted that elliptical workout. The elliptical is one of those machines I get so bored on, but I know can be a killer calorie burner. I am def going to try this!!
ahh, and those oats. It’s been a while since I’ve made overnight oats, they look so yummy!
Aggie
Great idea for ellliptical intervals! Do you try to maintain a certain pace or RPM while you bump up the resistance on the elliptical?
Stacey Chick
I say no to the nubbin too! But my pug eagerly eats any part of the banana. Have you ever had Chia pudding? It’s soooo good! Think overnight oats meats Chia Seeds(minus oats). It’s one of my favorite breakfasts – and of course – there is peanut butter involved.
Amy@Health Hungry
That looks so good – I love chia seeds!
Lauren @ Focused 2 Be Fit
Thanks for posting the elliptical workout! I needed something different At what intensity do you set the elliptical at while switching between resistance levels?
Cristina
i’m not sure i understand your question? i usually just go from one resistance to the next quickly!
peanutbutterfingers
Uuhhhh perhaps I should’ve read my comment before submitting it
incline not intensity LOL! I’m in the middle of finals week for my graduate program. My brain is mush at this point!
Cristina
I love oats! Thanks for a new idea!
Ginger
Is that bowl from Anthropologie?? I bought a bowl this weekend that looks just like that. Except I put my jewelry in it
Theodora
you better believe it. i love their bowls!
peanutbutterfingers
I cannot find chia seeds anywhere. ): I live in Palm Coast, FL so we probably have the same stores- where do you find yours?
Vanessa G.
That sounds delish! I love to make my overnight oats Bircher style and use orange juice for a less gummy and slightly more summery flavour. Oh and add peach or apricot slices whilst soaking.
Aliz
Yum jul! Right up my alley
leslie
Haha, sorry this is a weird question but I’m just wondering, do you peel your bananas by holding the long part (that breaks off)? Or do you ‘break’ the long top part off to peel it? Because I peel bananas the latter way, and my ‘nubbin’ is always at the bottom! I just find it odd that you open it upside down (it’s upside down to me, anyway)
x
Charlotte
i always peel them by holding the top part (the long part) and breaking it down the banana.
peanutbutterfingers
Ohhhh I am SO making this tonight! I also need to try dairy free baked oatmeal. The regular kind I made last weekend created some tummy problems for the people I feed.
Nescett @ bananaoats
I FINALLY tried this recipe out as part of a little vegan challenge I’m giving myself this month. Of course, I had to replace the honey with agave nectar, but it came out delish! I used unsweetened vanilla soy instead of almond milk, and came up with 345 Cal for the recipe, hmmmm. Does almond milk have that much less calories per serving? Were you including the chia seed calories? I did not add any milk or toppings, so I’m curious about the discrepancy… any ideas?
Sarah
haaa … i’m not the only one who thinks the “nubbins” are not meant to be eaten! this recipe sounds awesome … i know what i’ll be having for breakfast tomorrow.
mj
Do you use an app to calculate nutrition info? If so, what is it!? Thanks!
Kaela
can i microwave oats in the morning or will that make them mushy???
rhonda
I came across your blog a week or so ago on pinterest. I love it! My husband and I are addicted to overnight oatmeal, thanks to this recipe! It is the best oatmeal I’ve ever had. One of my favorite substitutions is the International Delight Iced Coffee in the place of milk. It is a perfect Friday (or Monday!) morning pick-me-up. Thanks for sharing!
Amanda
those oats look and sound amazing.. definitely making this tonight!
Allie
I just found your blog and I love it! This is a really dumb question, but for the recipe above- do you need to cook the oats first? Really stupid, I know, but just curious! Looks good!
Kate
I love recipes like this… i love pretty much any recipe that tastes like dessert but is healthy
All of the recipes on https://healthyrevelations.wordpress.com are just like that
Kelly Zdrowak
this was amazing!! tasted like rice pudding to me, i topped mine with some fresh blueberries and chopped walnuts
Ainsley
i am so glad to hear it! (p.s. i LOVE your name!)
peanutbutterfingers
I was wondering, does the overnight oats recipes work with quick oats? Its all I have in the pantry.
-Thank you!
Dawn
Thanks for the post! I’m working on easing dairy back out of my life but love overnight oats. This is a great solution!
leslie
Amen! Away with you!
Bethany