Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats (Print Version)

Rich cocoa-infused oats with Greek yogurt and chia seeds for a nourishing breakfast that prepares itself overnight.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 (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 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 -
  • Its like having chocolate pudding for breakfast but packed with protein and whole grains that actually keep you full
  • The prep takes literally five minutes the night before, which means zero morning stress
02 -
  • The first time I made these I forgot to stir well enough and woke up to cocoa powder clumps, so really mix it until everything is fully combined
  • If the mixture seems too thick in the morning, just stir in another splash of milk until it reaches your preferred consistency
03 -
  • Use wide mouth mason jars because you can actually get a spoon in there to stir and add toppings without making a mess
  • Let the oats sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before eating if you cannot handle cold breakfast straight from the fridge

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