Ultimate Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy chocolate overnight oats with whole grains, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds for a protein-packed breakfast ready when you wake up.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
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 or honey
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 almonds or walnuts
12 - Fresh berries
# Directions:
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 has 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 Hints:
01 -
- Waking up to breakfast already waiting for you feels like treating yourself to something special
- The combination of rich chocolate and creamy textures makes you forget this is actually good for you
02 -
- The oats need at least six hours in the fridge but honestly they get even better after two days
- Mixing the cocoa powder thoroughly before refrigerating prevents those dry bitter pockets I learned about the hard way
03 -
- Warm the jar for thirty seconds in the microwave if you prefer hot oats without starting from scratch
- Use certified gluten-free oats if that is a concern for your household since cross contamination happens during processing