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Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Indulgent Brownie Batter Overnight Oats for Guilt-Free Mornings

Indulge in Brownie Batter Overnight Oats, a high-protein breakfast capturing rich chocolate flavors without the guilt.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats Avoid quick oats to prevent gumminess.
  • 1 cup milk Any dairy or plant-based variety works.
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Regular yogurt can be a lighter substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds Essential for a gel-like consistency.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Ensure it's pure for the richest taste.
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey Adjust to your sweetness preference.
  • 1 tablespoon dark chocolate Melted, for deepening chocolate flavor.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 tablespoon semisweet chocolate chips Optional, for delightful bites.
  • 1 tablespoon extra chocolate chips for topping Optional, adds chocolate surprise.
  • 1 tablespoon melted chocolate for drizzling Optional for indulgent finishing touch.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder for dusting Optional, adds visual and flavor boost.

Equipment

  • microwave
  • mason jar
  • Spoon
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second increments until smooth.
  2. Combine 1 cup of old-fashioned oats, 1 cup of milk, ½ cup of Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and preferred sweetener in a mason jar. Stir well.
  3. Fold in the melted chocolate from Step 1 into the oat mixture until well incorporated.
  4. Fold in 1 tablespoon of semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  5. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Stir the mixture before serving. Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with cocoa powder before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 8gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cocoa and allow the mixture to sit overnight. Adjust sweetness to taste and experiment with toppings like fruits or nuts.

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