Chocolate Strawberry Oatmeal

It is February and definitely the time of the year to shower a loved one with chocolate, strawberries, and all things red! This delicious breakfast oatmeal recipe does so, but in a healthy and nutritious fashion. 

 

Strawberry chocolate oatmeal served with chocolate dusted almonds

 

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

2 tbsp frozen strawberries

1/2 cup milk (I use soy milk for the protein) 

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp sugar

1 tbsp vegan chocolate chips

1 tbsp chocolate dusted almonds

1 tbsp hemp hearts, ground flax seeds, or chia seeds 

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix quick oats, milk, and vanilla extract or flavoring. Microwave approximately 1 minute (time may vary depending on microwave). 

2. Place frozen strawberries and mix in with the oatmeal. The strawberries will thaw out in the heat of the oatmeal.

3.Top with chocolate chips, nuts and seeds of your desire (I found that ground flax seeds are the most accessible and inexpensive while holding health benefits).