Build The Breakfast Of A Champion!

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day–especially for coaches and athletes who eat an early dinner, and have practice late in the evening. Every second of sleep is essential, so a quick-and-easy breakfast is the way to go!

This easy recipe can be whipped up in just minutes and you’ll have a grab-and-go breakfast that’s yummy and healthy. Prep for just a few minutes over the weekend, and you’re set for the week!

Breakfast in a Jar

Total Prep Time: 10 minutes
Must refrigerate overnight.

What You Will Need:

  • Mason jars or any small glass jar
  • Oatmeal or granola (your choice)
  • Chia seeds
  • Flax seeds
  • Peanut butter, or almond butter or peanut butter powder
  • Cinnamon
  • Honey
  • Almond/coconut milk
  • Fresh fruit of your choice
  • Options: raisins, cranberries, almonds–whatever you like!

Directions:

  • Measure half a cup of oatmeal/granola and pour in the jar
  • Sprinkle some chia seeds and flax seeds into the mix–shake jar to mix up
  • Add a teaspoon of your favorite peanut butter, almond butter or peanut butter powder
  • Sprinkle cinnamon or sugar/sweetner on top
  • Add several squeezes of honey
  • Pour milk until it’s just slightly over the top of the mixture.
  • Refrigerate overnight
  • Check after several hours to see if you should add more milk
  • When it’s time to eat, add sliced bananas, berries or peaches to the top

Recipe by: Maria Nguyen Harrelson

By: Vicki Dill

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