Ultimate Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy chocolate oats with whole grains, protein, and maple sweetness ready overnight.
# 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 nuts such as almonds or walnuts
12 - Fresh berries
# How-to Steps:
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 thoroughly. Add a splash of milk if a thinner consistency is desired.
05 - Top with mini chocolate chips, banana slices, chopped nuts, and fresh berries as desired before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The texture transforms overnight into something creamy and indulgent while staying wholesome
- Five minutes of evening prep means breakfast is waiting when you wake up
02 -
- The first time I made these I used steel cut oats and they stayed crunchy no matter how long they sat
- Getting the cocoa powder fully incorporated takes some serious stirring, but clumps of cocoa are not the breakfast surprise you want
03 -
- Give the mixture one final stir before bed to prevent any chia seeds from clumping at the bottom
- Let the jars sit on the counter for 10 minutes before eating if you prefer them less icy cold