Steep. Sleep. Eat.

**This is a sponsored post by The Quaker Oats Company, but all opinions are my own. 

Life is about to get a lot easier with a little help from Quaker Overnight Oats. Thank goodness for that, because no matter how much I plan, there are still those days in which the mornings resemble a fire drill – especially on my running days. It’s like the universe knows I need to do a little me time and it reminds me of all the things I have on deadline.

Quaker Oats Real Food by Dad

Thankfully, I’m learning to slow down, take breaks and breathe. To help this personal campaign of mine, I’ve partnered with The Quaker Oats Company to share the awesomeness of their new Overnight Oats. Can you imagine: Steep. Sleep. Eat? It’s actually that easy. Just pour milk straight into the cup, put in the refrigerator overnight and let it cold-steep while you sleep –  then eat the next morning when you are ready. Of course if you want it hot you can do a quick zap in the microwave.

Overnight Oats

For me, chilled is best. I make it the night before and it’s ready for me in the morning. I hit the running trail first, and when I’m done working out,  I sit down and enjoy the hearty overnight oats. It’s become part of my cool-down routine to help refuel me before I kick start my day. Yay to that, especially since each single-serve container features a blend of 100% whole grain oats (+other grains), fruits, quinoa, flaxseed, nuts—and best of all no artificial flavors and no added colors. The best part, want to know the “pow” in each cup? Here you go: it has 11g of protein when prepared with ½ cup of fortified Vitamin A and Vitamin D skim milk.

Quaker Overnight Oats

See what I mean about life getting easier with Quaker Overnight Oats – and, psssst . . .  these are going to be especially handy when school starts – can you say back-to-school breakfast? Are you with me?

 

 

 

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8 comments to " Steep. Sleep. Eat. "

  • Mary Ann @ the beach house kic

    So easy Matt! These are perfect for those busy mornings. My husband Tom will love these after his workout!

  • Lindsay | With Salt and Pepper

    I saw these the other day and am glad to know you enjoy them! I’m with you on personally campaigning to slow down and take care of myself before I start my day. All too often I work out, then get straight to taking care of the kids and completely ignore the fact that I haven’t fueled my body. These look like the perfect solution!

  • Gina | Running to the Kitchen

    Just saw these for the first time and LOVE that Quaker is jumping on the overnight oats train. Totally love them for easy quick morning breakfasts and this makes it even easier!

  • I’m so with you on the slowing down and needing me time! These overnight oats are perfect! A great way to enjoy life’s little pleasures.

  • I really like this idea. Like stupidly easy, and you know the quality is there. I need to pick some up!

  • HalfBakedHarvest

    Man, I love the idea of slowing down…it sounds kind of amazing! Love all Quaker Oats and these sound like the perfect healthy breakfast! 🙂

  • I am obsessed with oatmeal, so I am SO down with this. I totally need to slow down too!!

  • Megan {Country Cleaver}

    Chilled is totally a genius idea!

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