# Required ingredients:
→ Oats & Milk
01 - 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
02 - 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk or plant-based milk alternative
→ Spices & Flavorings
03 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
05 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Sweetener
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
→ Optional Toppings
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
12 - Fresh berries
13 - Sliced banana
14 - Chopped nuts such as almonds or walnuts
# How to make it:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl or jar, combine oats, almond milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla extract, sea salt, and maple syrup.
02 - Stir well to ensure all spices are evenly distributed and oats are fully submerged in liquid.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. If desired, add a splash more milk to achieve desired creamier consistency.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars, then top with coconut flakes, chia seeds, berries, banana, and chopped nuts as desired.
06 - Serve chilled and enjoy immediately.
