Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy, protein-rich chocolate oats made ahead for effortless mornings.
# Ingredient List:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
06 - 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
10 - 1 small banana, sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
12 - Fresh berries
# How to Make:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined and cocoa powder is fully incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly between two mason jars or airtight containers.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, until the oats are soft and the mixture is thickened.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats. Add a splash of milk if a looser consistency is desired.
05 - Top with mini chocolate chips, banana slices, chopped nuts, and berries as desired before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Waking up to breakfast that's already waiting feels like a small victory
- The chocolate flavor satisfies morning cravings without the sugar crash
02 -
- The texture seems way too liquid the night before, but chia seeds work their magic while you sleep
- Steel-cut oats will never soften properly, so stick with old-fashioned rolled oats
03 -
- Warm the jar for thirty seconds in the microwave if you prefer hot oatmeal
- Stir in a spoonful of peanut butter or almond butter for extra staying power