Ingredients (Makes 6 Mason Jars, 500ml each)
For the Oat Base:
- 360g rolled oats (60g per jar)
- 900ml almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 6 tbsp chia seeds (1 tbsp per jar)
- 6 tbsp pure pumpkin purée (1 tbsp per jar)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup (or agave nectar)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
For the Crunchy Toppings (Add Before Serving):
- 6 tbsp chopped pecans
- 6 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
- 6 tbsp crushed digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
For Layering in the Mason Jars:
Bottom Layer (Pumpkin-Spiced Oats - Creamy & Flavorful):
- Divide the pumpkin-spiced oat mixture evenly among the jars.
Top Layer (Crunchy Toppings - Add Before Serving):
- Chopped pecans, toasted coconut flakes, and crushed digestive biscuits for a pie-like texture.
Instructions:
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Prepare the Oat Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes, stirring once more before layering.
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Assemble the Mason Jars:
- Bottom Layer: Pour the pumpkin-spiced oat mixture evenly into the jars.
- Top Layer: Store chopped pecans, toasted coconut flakes, and crushed digestive biscuits separately, adding before eating.
Storage & Serving:
- Vacuum seal the jars with the Perma Jar Vacuum Sealer to keep fresh.
- Store in the fridge overnight for at least 6 hours.
- In the morning, stir well before eating. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash of almond milk.
Cooking Time:
⏱ 10 minutes prep + overnight chilling
Macronutrient Breakdown (Per Jar):
- Calories: ~430 kcal
- Protein: ~12g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fat: ~16g
- Fiber: ~9g
Average Cost Analysis (Per Jar, Based on UK Supermarkets)
- Rolled Oats (60g): £0.15
- Almond Milk (150ml): £0.20
- Chia Seeds (1 tbsp): £0.25
- Pumpkin Purée (1 tbsp): £0.20
- Maple Syrup (½ tbsp): £0.10
- Vanilla Extract (⅓ tsp): £0.05
- Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Ginger, Cloves: £0.10
- Chopped Pecans (1 tbsp): £0.15
- Toasted Coconut Flakes (1 tbsp): £0.10
- Crushed Digestive Biscuits (1 tbsp): £0.08
💰 Total Cost per Jar: ~£1.38
💰 Total Cost for 6 Jars: ~£8.28
