Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats
Dive into the new trend of chocolate chip overnight oats! A wonderful way to add excitement and flavor to your breakfast routine, starting today!
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats – Old-fashioned rolled oats work best for a creamy texture.
- ½ cup milk of choice – Use almond milk oat milk, cow’s milk, or coconut milk. Make it dairy-free if needed.
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds – Helps thicken the oats and adds fiber.
- 1 –2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey – Adjust based on how sweet you like it.
- 1 –2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips – These melt just a little giving you sweet bites in every spoonful.
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract – Adds a cozy warm flavor.
Optional Add-Ins
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt – For extra creaminess and protein. Use a dairy-free version if needed.
- ½ banana mashed or sliced – Naturally sweetens your oats and adds a soft texture.
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter – Adds healthy fats and a nutty flavor that goes great with chocolate.
- 1 scoop protein powder – For a protein boost. Choose a flavor that pairs well like vanilla or chocolate.
- A pinch of salt – Just a little can help balance the flavors.
Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
- Start by grabbing all the basics:
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
- 1–2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- You can also grab optional ingredients like Greek yogurt, peanut butter, banana, or protein powder if you want to add more flavor or nutrients.
Step 2: Mix Everything in a Jar or Bowl
- In a mason jar, small container, or bowl, add the rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and chocolate chips. If you're using Greek yogurt, mashed banana, or protein powder, stir those in now too. Mix everything well to make sure the oats are fully coated and the ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 3: Cover and Refrigerate
- Seal the jar or cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Store it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but for best results, leave it overnight. The oats will have time to absorb the milk, and the chia seeds will help thicken the mixture, giving you a creamy and satisfying texture.
Step 4: Stir and Check Texture
- In the morning, take your chocolate chip overnight oats out of the fridge. Give them a quick stir. If they’re too thick, just add a splash of milk to loosen them up.
Step 5: Add Toppings and Serve
- Now comes the fun part—toppings! Add extra chocolate chips, sliced bananas, chopped nuts, or a spoonful of nut butter. You can eat your oats cold, or warm them in the microwave for 30–60 seconds if you prefer them hot.
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Notes
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
- Total Time: 4-8 hours (includes chilling time)
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 300-350 calories per serving (depending on ingredient variations)