Cherry Vanilla Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats
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4.3
Cherry Vanilla Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats
Description
This recipe mixes plain Greek yogurt and almond milk with vanilla whey protein, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to create a creamy, lightly sweetened base. Rolled oats, chia seeds, a pinch of salt, pitted chopped cherries, and chopped dark chocolate are stirred in for texture, natural sweetness, and flavor contrast.
Once combined and refrigerated overnight, the oats absorb the liquids and soften to a pudding-like consistency. The cherries provide a tart, juicy note while the dark chocolate adds richness and subtle bitterness. Topping with additional cherries, chocolate, or almond butter offers extra flavor variations.
This preparation is convenient for meal planning and can be kept refrigerated up to three days, allowing for advance preparation of nutritious breakfast or snacks. The protein powder and chia seeds boost the nutritional profile, making it satisfying and balanced.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 2/3 cup almond milk or milk of choice, unsweetened
- 1 coop vanilla whey protein powder
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 cup Cherry pitted, chopped
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chopped
Instructions
- Whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla and protein powder in a bowl.
- Add in the remaining ingredients and stir together until combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly into two jars and cover. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve topped with extra chopped cherries, chocolate, and almond butter if desired.
Notes
- Store overnight oats in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 67IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 263mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
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