What’s better than dark chocolate and cherries in your morning oatmeal? You’re right – nothing! The best part is, you can mix up a batch of these healthy overnight oats the night before and have them ready to go the next day. All you have to do is combine oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and plant milk, pour into two separate containers or bowls, and refrigerate overnight (or about 4 hours). Then top with cherries, walnuts and cocoa nibs. Then grab a spoon and eat it! You can even enjoy this Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats recipe as a healthy snack or lunch. Kids love it too! The best part is, you can mix up a batch of these healthy overnight oats the night before and grab them the next day. All you have to do is combine oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and plant milk, pour into two separate containers or bowls, and refrigerate overnight (or about 4 hours). Then top with cherries, walnuts and cocoa nibs. Then grab a spoon and eat it! You can even enjoy this Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats recipe as a healthy snack or lunch. And the kids love it too! How long do overnight oats last? You can store them in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Are overnight oats healthy?
Yes! This plant-based (vegan), gluten-free Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats meal is packed with whole grains, seeds, nuts, fruits, and the power of dark chocolate to add protein, fiber, and vitamins, minerals to your diet , healthy fats and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals. Oats are a whole grain that contains special fiber that helps lower cholesterol and is good for heart health. In addition, flavanol-rich dark chocolate also has heart-healthy benefits. Add in cherries, which can reduce inflammation (especially after exercise), and nuts and seeds, which contain heart-healthy fats, and you’ve got a super healthy breakfast that will help you fight for your health! Pretty powerful stuff for such a pretty breakfast bowl, right?
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This easy Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats Bowl is packed with the nutritional power of oats, dark chocolate, chia seeds, walnuts, and cherries—and it’s pretty and delicious too!
- In a small bowl, mix together oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, plant milk, and maple syrup (optional).
- Divide equally into two separate 2-cup containers, such as Mason jars or Weck glass jar storage containers.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or about 4 hours).
- Top each container with: ½ cup cherries, 1 tablespoon walnuts, and 1 teaspoon cocoa nibs.
- Cover and store until serving or enjoy immediately.
- Preparation time: 8 minutes
- Cooking time: 8 minutes (plus 4 hours cooling time)
- category: breakfast
- gourmet food: American
Nutrition
- Serving size: 1 serving
- Calories: Chapter 393
- sugar: 20g
- sodium: 128 mg
- fat: 13 grams
- Saturated fat: 2 grams
- carbohydrate: 57 grams
- fiber: 17 grams
- protein: 14 grams
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For other plant-based grain bowls, check out some of my favorites:
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Berry Bowl with Quinoa and Walnuts
Delicious oatmeal with spinach, mushrooms and tofu
Raspberry Pistachio Sorghum Breakfast Bowl
Vegan Overnight Oats with Figs and Walnuts
Red Quinoa Berry Breakfast Bowl
Roasted Peanut Butter Chocolate Cranberry Oats
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