Active Oatmeal

INGREDIENTS

• BOTANISTRY ACTIVE CORALS, 2 teaspoons
• Rolled oats, 70g
• Vanilla essence, 1 teaspoon
• Honey / Maple syrup, 2 tablespoons
• Soy or preferred milk, 200ml

METHOD

1. Add all the ingredients into a small pot over medium low heat, stir constantly until the mixture is thickened to your liking.
2. Then pour into your favourite bowl and add toppings like fruit, caramelised bananas, dark chocolate, chia seeds, desiccated coconut and nuts or nut butter as you prefer.

TIPS & TRICKS

• Protein or collagen powder of your choice can be added to this recipe as part of your wellness routine.
• For more adventurous flavours, try a savoury oatmeal with egg and cheese or garlic and mushrooms.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Full of fibre, protein, complex carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, oats are one of the healthiest grains on earth. With its powerhouse of nutrients, it is no wonder that oats are a go-to meal to support athletic performance. What makes oats (in any form) a great pre-workout meal is that it will prevent you feeling hungry and provides slow-releasing energy and stamina during your exercise routine. Oats also work well post-workout to replenish energy stores in the body and aid muscle building and recovery. Taken daily, the ACTIVE CORALS dietary supplement helps to support the body’s metabolism, muscle recovery and joint health.

RECIPE CREATOR

Niki Cheng (@sweetfoodielife) – Foodie and content creator with a passion for baking based in New Zealand. Try another of Niki’s recipes using BOTANISTRY Blends: Spiced Apple Waffles.