Banana Chia Pudding Baked Oats with Almond Crunch

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons honey

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil.
2. 02
   In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
3. 03
   Add the mashed bananas, almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and honey to the oats mixture. Stir until well combined.
4. 04
   Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
5. 05
   Sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds over the top of the mixture to create an almond crunch topping.
6. 06
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
7. 07
   Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
8. 08
   Serve warm, optionally drizzling with a little extra honey or topping with fresh banana slices for added sweetness.