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    Extreme Chocolate Fudge Overnight Oats

    December 5, 2021 by oatslady Leave a Comment

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    This Extreme Chocolate Fudge Overnight Oats is healthy, high protein and high fiber. Requires less than 10 ingredients. It’s super easy and quick to make. Tastes like dessert for breakfast!

    how to make extreme chocolate fudge overnight oats

    I know… looks unhealthy for the amount of chocolate but trust me, I always try to use mostly clean ingredients as possible. The Chocolate Sauce is made with unsweetened cacao powder, water and honey!

    This homemade chocolate sauce is so versatile, I also used it on these Healthy Chocolate Pancakes and you can even change the consistency of it from thicker to runny and viceversa.

    healthy extreme chocolate fudge overnight oats

    Such a decadent breakfast that will kill those chocolate cravings

    extreme chocolate fudge overnight oats

    What are overnight oats?

    I could call them a “time saver super-food” because you just need to add all the ingredients into a container or mason jar, refrigerate overnight (so the oats can soak with the liquid) and breakfast is ready next morning. They are generally served chilled but if you prefer to eat it warm, microwave for 45-60 seconds.

    extreme chocolate fudge overnight oats dry ingredients

    I discovered Overnight Oats when I was in my Sophomore year of Uni while studying Civil Engineering! My classes used to start at 7:00 A.M. so I needed to make a “Grab & Go” breakfast. I needed something filling so I wouldn’t get hungry in a few hours, especially when I had a test or exam!

    Microwave oatmeal was my fastest breakfast but it was still taking me time. So I decided to make it overnight! Since then, it has been my all time go-to breakfast.

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    What you need to make this Overnight Oats

    • Rolled oats – Or old fashioned oats. If gluten-free, make sure to choose a certified brand of oats.
    • Chocolate Protein Powder – Optional, but highly recommended for a protein BOOST.
    • Cacao powder – I used 100% unsweetened cacao powder.
    • Milk of choice – Feel free to add the one of your preference. I use unsweetened almond milk.
    • Yogurt – plain or greek yogurt are the most recommended. The yogurt will give a creamy consistency to the oats.
    • Liquid sweetener of choice – For the chocolate ganache, you may need a sticky liquid sweetener of choice. I used honey. But, if Vegan replace with maple, date or agave syrup.

    How to make this Overnight Oats

    • Prepare – Gather and measure all the ingredients, start off by mixing the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, instant coffee, unsweetened cacao powder in a bowl or jar and mix well. Consequently add-in, water, milk, yogurt and stir until well combined.
    • Refrigerate – Cover with a lid or plastic wrap, say good night to your oats and refrigerate overnight.
    • Toppings – In the morning, add whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies.
    • Devour – Enjoy immediately!

    chocolate fudge overnight oats

    Overnight Oats FAQ

    How long do overnight oats last?

    Overnight oats can be prepared up to 2-3 days in advance for the week. So, feel free to make multiple batches on a Sunday night and you won’t need to worry about breakfast the rest of the week!

    I used to do it whenever I had early morning UNI classes! I only had to grab breakfast straight from the fridge and I was ready to go.

    Can you heat up oatmeal the next day?

    YES! Especially for those cold mornings or you simply don’t feel to eat a cold breakfast. There are two ways:

    • Microwave: Grab the overnight oats from the fridge, microwave for 45-60 seconds (make sure there’s enough space at the top of your jar to prevent overflowing). 
    • Stove-top: Transfer to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until warmed through.

    How does this overnight oats taste like?

    The oatmeal base is creamy! Reason? Adding greek yogurt or any plain yogurt, creates this beautiful consistency.

    What kind of oats should I use?

    Rolled oats! Also know as Old-fashioned oats. They are perfect for a chewy consistency. If using quick or instant oats, you will get a mushy consistency (Honestly, not my favorite but it works as well)

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    Notes and substitutions

    • No protein powder? Replace with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup!
    • Refrigerating overnight will make oats to soak and they will be ready the next day or if you can’t wait let it sit for 4-5 hours.
    • If Vegan, replace milk and yogurt for any plant-based alternative. The consistency and flavor will still be amazing!

    healthy extreme chocolate fudge overnight oats

    Extreme Chocolate Fudge Overnight Oats

    Oats Lady
    This Extreme Chocolate Fudge Overnight Oats is healthy, high protein and high fiber. Requires less than 10 ingredients. It's super easy and quick to make. Tastes like dessert for breakfast!
    4.5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 day d
    Total Time 1 day d 10 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Gluten-Free
    Servings 1
    Calories 363 kcal

    Equipment

    • fridge

    Ingredients
      

    Dry ingredients

    • 1/2 cup rolled oats (50g)
    • 1 tbsp chocolate protein powder (6g)
    • 1 tbsp unsweetened cacao powder (5g)

    Dry ingredients

    • 1/2 cup milk of choice (110 ml)
    • 2 tbsp plain or greek yogurt (30g)

    Ganache

    • 3 tbsp water (30 ml)
    • 1 1/2 tbsp liquid sweetener of choice (0.85 oz)
    • 1 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cacao powder (8g)
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    Instructions
     

    • Gather and measure all the ingredients, start off by mixing the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder and unsweetened cacao powder in a bowl or jar and mix well. Consequently add-in, water, milk, yogurt and stir until well combined.
    • In a jar, pour 3/4 oatmeal batter. Consequently, add 1/2 of the chocolate ganache mix as a layer, add the remaining oatmeal batter as second layer and finish with the chocolate ganache on top. Therefore, cover with a lid or plastic wrap and leave in the fridge overnight.
    • Next morning, enjoy immediately!

    Notes

    1. Replace liquid sweetener for agave, date or maple syrup.
    2. If you’re not adding protein powder, replace with 1 tbsp liquid sweetener of choice (maple, agave, date syrup or honey).
    3. Refrigerating overnight will make oats to soak and they will be ready the next day or if you can’t wait let it sit for 4-5 hours.
    4. No protein powder? Replace with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup!
    5. If Vegan, replace milk and yogurt for any plant-based alternative. The consistency and flavor will still be amazing!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 241mgPotassium: 461mgFiber: 11gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 4mg
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