Description
These Brownie Batter Chocolate Overnight Oats are a deliciously rich and decadent breakfast option that’s still healthy and packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Perfect for a quick meal prep, they offer a chocolaty start to your day without the energy crash.
Ingredients
Overnight Oats Base
- ½ cup oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon chocolate protein powder (see notes for substitutions)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (see notes for substitutions)
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Toppings
- Chopped walnuts
- Fresh strawberries
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a 10-oz jar, stir together oats, chia seeds, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the oats mixture is fully combined and smooth. Mix in chocolate chips if using.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Serve: In the morning, remove from the fridge and top with chopped walnuts, fresh strawberries, and unsweetened shredded coconut before enjoying your brownie batter chocolate overnight oats.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or almond milk yogurt.
- You can use plant-based protein powder to make this recipe vegan.
- The chocolate chips are optional but add a nice melty texture and extra chocolate flavor.
- Feel free to swap milk with any plant-based milk like almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
