Description
Brownie Batter Overnight Oats are a quick, no-cook breakfast treat that tastes like a scoop of chocolate cake batter. Thick, creamy, and richly chocolatey, this recipe combines rolled oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, Greek yogurt, and almond milk to create a filling, protein-packed breakfast that requires just 5 minutes of prep and an overnight chill.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- ½ cup almond milk (or any milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips
- Peanut butter drizzle and extra chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Add dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup rolled oats, 1 tbsp chia seeds, and 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir gently to blend them evenly.
- Add yogurt and syrup: Add ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt and 2 tsp maple syrup to the dry mixture and mix well.
- Add milk and flavor: Pour ½ cup almond milk into the bowl, then add 1 tsp vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. The milk softens the mix while vanilla and salt enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Mix until smooth: Stir thoroughly until there are no clumps and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add chocolate chips and chill overnight: Stir in 1 tbsp chocolate chips if using, then transfer the mixture to a jar or sealed container. Refrigerate for 6–8 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia to soak and thicken.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the oats, then top with extra chocolate chips or a peanut butter drizzle. Serve cold or warm up for 30–45 seconds if desired.
Notes
- Stir well to prevent cocoa powder and chia seeds from clumping for a smooth texture.
- Use rolled oats for the best texture; avoid quick oats or steel-cut oats.
- Always cover the container to avoid drying out or absorbing fridge odors.
- Allow at least 6 hours of chilling for proper soaking and thickening.
- You can make multiple servings ahead and refrigerate for up to 4 days; stir in a little milk before eating if thickened too much.
- Experiment with toppings like fresh fruit, peanut butter, or chocolate chips for variety.
- Any milk type works; substitute almond milk with dairy or other non-dairy alternatives if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, brownie batter oats, chocolate breakfast, healthy breakfast, no-cook oats, high protein oats, meal prep breakfast
