chocolate overnight oats
Chocolate Overnight Oats are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that can be prepared the night before. Combining oats, cocoa powder, and yogurt, these oats are rich in flavor and provide a great start to your day. You can customize them with your favorite toppings for added texture and nutrition.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon or whisk
- 2 airtight container or mason jar
- measuring cups and spoons measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy) Feel free to experiment with different types of milk.
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Or any yogurt of choice.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- optional toppings sliced banana, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or berries
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into two airtight containers or mason jars. Seal tightly.
- Refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours) to allow the oats to soak and soften.
- In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If desired, add a splash of milk to loosen the mixture.
- Top with your choice of sliced banana, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or berries and enjoy!
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey/maple syrup based on your preference.
These overnight oats can last in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
Feel free to experiment with different types of milk (almond, soy, oat) or yogurt based on your dietary preferences.