Chocolate Chia Steel Cut Overnight Oats
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
1 serving
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Calories
503 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
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Cuisine
International
Chocolate Chia Steel Cut Overnight Oats
Description
Chocolate Chia Steel Cut Overnight Oats start with steel cut oats mixed with chia seeds and cocoa powder for a rich chocolate base with added thickness and nutrition. A pinch of salt balances the flavors. Incorporating Greek yogurt provides a creamy, tangy element and boosts protein content. Honey sweetens the mixture naturally, while almond milk adjusts the texture to allow absorption and softening of the oats overnight.
The mixture is refrigerated overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften, creating a satisfyingly chewy yet tender consistency with a deep chocolate taste. Serving with fresh strawberries, bananas, and raspberries adds bright, fresh fruit flavors that complement the cocoa and creamy oats.
This make-ahead meal offers a convenient way to enjoy a wholesome chocolate-flavored breakfast or snack that combines grains, seeds, dairy, and fruit in a balanced and textured dish.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup steel cut oats
- 1-2 tbsp chia seeds depending on how thick you'd like it
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- salt pinch
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt vanilla or plain
- 1-2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup almond milk (and a little extra to top off after mixing)
- strawberries fresh, to serve
- bananas
- raspberries
Instructions
- In your 12 oz mason jar, mix together your steel cut oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and pinch of salt.
- Once combined, mix in the greek yogurt, honey, and almond milk. If there is still space at the top of the jar, add in a extra splash of almond milk.
- Place in the refrigerator, covered, overnight. Serve cold the next morning with fresh fruit on top for an extra boost of healthy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 503 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 503kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 81g | 27% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Calcium | 332mg | 33% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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