Description
Rich chocolate dreams come alive in this divine Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe, blending creamy textures with indulgent cocoa charm. Breakfast becomes a luxurious morning escape when you dive into these silky, chocolate-infused oats that promise pure deliciousness in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk of choice
Chocolate and Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Crushed graham crackers for topping
Instructions
- Whisk together rolled oats, milk, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract in a mason jar, ensuring a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Seal the container tightly and place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
- Remove from refrigerator and give the chilled oats a gentle stir to redistribute any settled ingredients.
- Crush graham crackers into fine, textured crumbles for a delightful crunchy topping.
- Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs generously over the chocolate-infused oats, creating a delectable contrast of textures.
- Serve immediately while cold, enjoying the rich chocolate flavor and satisfying crunch of the graham cracker garnish.
Notes
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version that’s equally creamy and delicious.
- Use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey to make the recipe completely plant-based and suitable for vegan diets.
- Add a scoop of protein powder or chia seeds to boost nutritional value and create a more filling breakfast option.
- Experiment with toppings like sliced almonds, dark chocolate chips, or fresh berries to add texture and extra flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg