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Healthy, quick and indulgent mothers day breakfast in bed !

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the incredible women in our lives, and what better way to show appreciation than with a homemade treat and breakfast in bed? This year, why not surprise Mum with a delightful breakfast that’s both healthy, quick and indulgent? Chef Guy Turland, renowned for his innovative and delicious recipes, has crafted a special creation just for this occasion: Matcha Chocolate Overnight Oats.

This recipe is the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and decadent flavors, making it a delightful way to start Mom’s day on a sweet note. Plus, the best part is that it can be prepared the night before, allowing you to spend more quality time with Mum on her special day.

Why Overnight Oats?

Overnight oats have gained popularity in recent years for their convenience and health benefits. They require minimal effort to prepare and can be customized with various ingredients to suit individual tastes. Additionally, oats are rich in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps keep you feeling full longer. By soaking the oats overnight, you allow them to soften and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients, resulting in a creamy and delicious breakfast treat.

The Matcha Chocolate Twist

Chef Guy Turland’s twist on traditional overnight oats involves the addition of two unique ingredients: matcha and chocolate. Matcha, a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves, adds a vibrant green hue and a subtle earthy flavor to the oats. Not only does matcha provide a boost of antioxidants and nutrients, but it also pairs beautifully with the richness of chocolate.

Ingredients

Matcha Overnight Oats

1 cup oats (quick oats or old fashioned oats)

2 tsp unsweetened matcha + more to decorate

1½ tablespoon chia seeds

1¼ cups unsweetened almond milk (or other non-dairy milk, like soy)

2½ tablespoon Wild Nectar Honey

1 lemon rind

1¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup coconut yogurt (or yogurt of choice)

Method

In a large bowl, mix together oats, matcha, chia seeds and salt.

Mix milk, 2 tablespoon honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla (reserve remaining ½ tablespoon honey and ¼ teaspoon vanilla for later).

Mix together thoroughly.

Cover bowl, or pour into an airtight container and refrigerate 4-8 hours.

To make ‘mascarpone’, add coconut yogurt and remaining ½ tablespoon Honey, lemon rind and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract to a small bowl. Stir to combine.

Remove overnight oats from the fridge, and spoon about ¼ of the mixture into each jar, forming a layer.

Follow this with a layer of ‘mascarpone’, then repeat these steps once more (so you have two layers of each in both jars).

Sift over cocoa powder, and decorate with coffee beans if desired.