Description
A delicious and nutritious Layered Black Forest Overnight Oats recipe combining creamy cocoa-infused oats with fresh cherries for a perfect make-ahead breakfast that’s rich in flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
Fruit Layer
- 1/4 cup cherries, chopped (fresh or thawed frozen)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, unsweetened cocoa powder, and honey. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Layer First Oat Mixture: Spoon half of the prepared oat mixture into the bottom of your serving jar or bowl, creating the first layer.
- Add Cherry Layer: Evenly distribute the chopped cherries over the oat mixture to form a flavorful fruit layer.
- Layer Remaining Oats: Spoon the remaining oat mixture over the cherry layer to cover it completely, forming the top layer.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar or bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, allowing the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
- Serve: In the morning, gently stir the oats if desired or enjoy as is. Optionally, top with extra cherries or chocolate chips for added texture and indulgence.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice, including almond, soy, or cow’s milk.
- Maple syrup can substitute honey for a vegan option.
- Frozen cherries should be thawed before use for better texture.
- Oats can be soaked up to 24 hours for softer texture.
- Additional toppings like nuts or dark chocolate chips enhance flavor and crunch.