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Ever mixed up peanut butter banana toast and overnight oats? That's kinda what this chia thing is. I went through tons of boring breakfasts before I realized you just gotta leave stuff in the fridge and let it get awesome on its own. Chia seeds blow up into this thick, dreamy thing overnight. Feels like dessert for breakfast, but actually good for you.
My kid legit asked me if this was dessert last week. Let's be real, the meals that feel a little sneaky healthy are the best ones.
Dreamy Ingredients
- Peanut Butter: Go for that natural, runny stuff
- Banana: Spots = sweet and tasty
- Maple Syrup: Totally optional, for extra sweetness
- Whatever Milk You Love: Literally any milk works
- Chia Seeds: The main event that makes it all possible
Whipping It Up
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Getting Ready the Night Before
- Pour your milk into a jar, toss in chia seeds, and give it a good shake or stir. Your go-to? Three tablespoons of chia with a cup of milk. Leave these little guys to get thick while you sleep:
Morning Finish
- Check it out in the morning and see how those seeds plumped up. Break up any weird lumps by stirring well:
Banana Time
- Chop or mash that sweet, ripe banana. You can stir it in for banana all the way through or just add it to the top:
Peanut Butter Flair
- Now spoon or drizzle peanut butter right on top. Warm it up for max meltiness if you want—it soaks right in:
The first time I tried this, I kept poking at it all night. Now? I just let it be and enjoy it in the morning.
Timing It Right
Prep before bed and you're set. Grab and go breakfast, no stress.
Toppings to Try
Add more banana, a splash of honey, or some granola for some crunch.
Mix Up Your Way
Swap in whatever nut butter you dig, stir in cocoa, or drop in some berries for a switch.
Stays Fresh
Pop your pudding in the fridge—it'll be good for up to five days. Easy meal prep win.
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Out of all the breakfast stuff I've tried, this one wins. Simple, no morning hassle, and feels special. Best part? You get something amazing just by letting it hang out in the fridge.
Recipe FAQs
- → How long does it stay good in the fridge?
- You can store it for 3-4 days. Add fresh banana slices right before eating.
- → Can I swap the milk?
- Sure! Pick any milk you like—dairy, almond, coconut, soy, or oat.
- → What can I use instead of peanut butter?
- Try almond, sunflower seed, or cashew butter—they all work well.
- → Why should I add a pinch of salt?
- Just a little salt really boosts the flavor and balances out the sweetness.
- → Do I need to use maple syrup?
- Not at all! The ripe banana brings plenty of sweetness.