Description
This delicious overnight chocolate oats recipe combines oats, cocoa powder, and yogurt for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips or marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- In a jar or container, combine oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and salt. Stir to mix evenly.
- Add milk, yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until combined and cocoa is dissolved.
- Seal the container and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
- In the morning, stir the oats and top with chocolate chips or marshmallows if using.
- Enjoy cold or microwave for 30–60 seconds for a warm, hot chocolate feel.
- Add a splash of milk if needed for consistency.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- This recipe can be customized with various toppings such as fruits, nuts, or seeds.
- Adjust the sweetness based on personal preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of maple syrup or honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg