Bedtime Bowl for Improved Sleep
Enjoy a restful night's sleep with this easy-to-make bedtime bowl, packed with sleep-inducing ingredients like oats, pistachio butter, and kiwifruit.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1.5 cups soy milk
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 banana sliced
- 2 kiwifruit sliced
- 2 tbsp pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
Nut butter
- ¾ cup cashews
- ¾ cup pistachios
Instructions
- Begin by toasting cashews and pistachios on a pan over medium heat until they turn brown and emit a fragrant aroma. This should take about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Process the toasted nuts in a blender for 5 to 10 minutes, or until they reach a smooth consistency, to make the nut butter.
- In a pot over medium heat, combine the oats, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and soy milk. Cook this mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
- Once the oat mixture is cooked, top it with slices of banana and kiwi, a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, and a generous dollop of the homemade pistachio cashew butter.
- Enjoy your nutritious and sleep-inducing bedtime bowl.
Notes
How long can I store the nut butter? Keep in the fridge for up to 1 month.
When should I eat this bowl? We recommend eating your last meal 3 hours before bed, and stopping drinking 2 hours before bed, to optimize your sleep.
Is this gluten-free? Yes, use certified gluten-free oats if necessary.
Can I make this nut-free? Yes, use a seed butter instead.
What sweetener could I use? Maple syrup would be great here.
Nutritional Information - Per Serving
Calories 503kcal | Carbohydrates 63g | Protein 20g | Fat 21g | Fiber 14g | Vitamin A 113IU | Vitamin C 116mg | Calcium 310mg | Iron 6mg