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Healthy Pre-Workout Breakfast for a Last-Minute Energy Boost

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A quick, nourishing breakfast combining rolled oats, banana, almond butter, and chia seeds to fuel your workout with balanced carbs, protein, and healthy fats.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240ml) water or milk (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat milk)
  • 1 small ripe banana, sliced
  • 1 tbsp almond butter (can substitute peanut butter or sunflower seed butter)
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional, can substitute coconut yogurt for dairy-free)

Instructions

  1. Measure and combine oats and liquid in a small saucepan.
  2. Cook the oats over medium heat, bringing to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and cook for 5–7 minutes until soft and creamy.
  3. Stir in chia seeds and cinnamon once oats are nearly done.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in almond butter until melted and combined.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and top with banana slices. Optionally drizzle honey or maple syrup.
  6. Add optional Greek yogurt on the side or swirl on top.
  7. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.

Notes

Do not rush cooking; stir occasionally to prevent clumping and burning. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Mix almond butter well into oats for creaminess. Eat within 15 minutes for best texture and flavor. Can prepare oats the night before and reheat gently. For nut allergies, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.

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