PB & J quick oats is the best breakfast for busy mornings. This recipe can be made in less than 5 minutes and is hearty enough to get you through the day. I use all-natural peanut butter and whatever flavor of farmers market jelly/jam that I have on hand. Add in your favorite toppings, I love pepitas and dried coconut chips, and enjoy!
Comment your favorite toppings below!
Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Breakfast
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Health Benefits of Oats
Information Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist or a doctor, this is simply my opinion based on research and should in no way be construed as medical advice.
Nutrient-Rich including
- Fiber
- Phosphorus
- Thiamine
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Selenium
- Iron
Fun Health Facts
- Sometimes used to soothe inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema.
- They keep you full for longer and can help control weight.
- Oats are naturally gluten-free (but check the manufacturer’s practices for cross-contamination issues)
- The soluble fiber in oats forms a viscous gel that helps to lower cholesterol and stabilize blood glucose levels.
- The insoluble fiber in oats helps with constipation and improves intestinal health.
- A variety of antioxidants known as avenanthramides are found exclusively in oats. Avenanthramides have been shown to exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-itching properties and may provide additional protection against coronary heart disease, and colon cancer.
Healthy Toppings
Pepitas – Pumpkin seeds are also known as “pepita” which is a Mexican Spanish term. Unlike the hard white seeds from a carving pumpkin, most pumpkin seeds bought at the supermarket don’t have a shell. These shell-free seeds are green, flat, and oval.
Health benefits
- Pumpkin seeds are full of antioxidants that may help protect against disease and reduce inflammation.
- They also contain polyunsaturated fatty acids, potassium, vitamin B2 (riboflavin), and folate.
- They are linked to the reduced rate of certain cancers.
- Improve prostate and bladder health.
- They are rich in magnesium. Healthy magnesium levels are important for your blood pressure, blood sugar levels, as well as heart and bone health.
Coconut Chips – Naturally enhance the flavor of whatever you’re eating. They are a rich source of dietary fiber, which keeps you fuller for longer and helps stabilize your blood sugar.
Health benefits
- Prevents anemia
- Lowers cholesterol levels
- Promotes brain function
- Strengthens connective tissue
Peanut Butter
Peanuts are not fattening – it’s just a myth. Yes, peanuts have fat but it’s good for you monounsaturated and polyunsaturated kind, which makes peanut butter fairly nutritious. It’s a great source of vitamin E, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, copper, and manganese. It also contains vitamin B5, iron, potassium, zinc, and selenium in small amounts. Peanut butter contains a certain antioxidant called resveratrol, which has been known to fight free radicals that can cause heart disease and cancer.
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PB & J Quick Oats
Equipment
- microwave
- bowl
- spoon
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup quick oats
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp jam/jelly
- 1 tbsp pepitas
- 1 tbsp coconut flakes
Instructions
Instructions
- Pour water over quick oats in a bowl and microwave for 1.5 minutes
- Add peanut butter and jam, let it melt, mix it into oatmeal
- Add toppings: pepitas and coconut flakes
- enjoy!
You can add any toppings you want to this hearty quick oats breakfast like chia seeds, hemp seeds, and fresh fruit. Make it different every day of the week! Let me know how yours turns out in the comments below.
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