Nutritious blend of oats, matcha, chia seeds, and fresh strawberries for a refreshing start.
# Ingredient List:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free certified
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Matcha Layer
06 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
07 - 2 tablespoons hot water
→ Strawberry Layer
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional
→ Toppings
11 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
12 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
13 - 3 tablespoons coconut flakes, optional
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Whisk matcha powder with hot water in a small bowl until completely smooth with no lumps. Pour matcha mixture into oat base and stir until evenly distributed throughout.
03 - Mash chopped strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup in a separate bowl, leaving some texture with small chunks remaining.
04 - Distribute oat-matcha mixture and strawberry compote alternately into mason jars or glasses, creating distinct layers. Complete with oat mixture as the final top layer.
05 - Cover jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight, allowing oats and chia seeds to fully absorb liquid and thicken.
06 - Gently stir chilled oat mixture to combine layers. Top with sliced strawberries, additional chia seeds, and coconut flakes if desired. Serve cold.
