Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1/3 cup rolled oats (gluten free or regular)
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2/3 cup almond milk
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
• For garnish: soaked almonds, pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, coconut, nut butter, and fruit

Directions:

1. The night before: In a medium bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Stir in the chia seeds, oats, cinnamon, milk, and water until combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
2. The next day: Scoop the oat mixture into a medium pot. Increase heat to medium-high and bring mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat immediately to medium-low, and stir frequently until heated throughout and thickened. At the end of cooking, stir in ground flax seed.
3. Pour oats into bowl. Garnish with your preferred toppings.