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Black Forest Cake-Inspired Overnight Oats

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Transform dessert into breakfast with these Black Forest Cake-Inspired Overnight Oats, combining creamy oats, cocoa, and cherries for a healthy, delicious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 2 jars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats The heart of the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Optional for a nut-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Imparts chocolate flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Natural sweetener.
  • 1 cup Milk (any kind) Choose to match dietary needs.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Contributes creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Cherry Compote
  • 2 cups Frozen Dark Sweet Cherries Provides sweet and tart flavors.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps create the compote.
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips/Shavings Optional for garnish.
  • Additional Optional Toppings Extra Greek yogurt and cherries.

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Spoon
  • glass jar

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small saucepan, combine the frozen dark sweet cherries and water over medium heat. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until the mixture becomes syrupy.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully blended and smooth.
  3. Scoop half of the oat mixture into a clean glass jar, smoothing it out evenly.
  4. Spoon cherry compote over the first oat layer, spreading it evenly.
  5. Add the remaining oat mixture on top of the cherry compote layer, smoothing it out.
  6. Spoon plain Greek yogurt on top of the final oat layer, creating a swirl for added flair.
  7. Sprinkle dark chocolate chips or shavings over the Greek yogurt layer for a decadent touch.
  8. Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy your decadent Black Forest Cake-Inspired Overnight Oats with optional fresh toppings right before serving for the best experience.

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