Rich, chocolatey, and decadent, these Healthy Brownie Batter Overnight Oats come together in less than 5 minutes and are packed with over 15 grams of plant-based protein, no protein powder or dairy required! They’re the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy days!
What if I told you that you could enjoy the gooey goodness of brownie batter first thing in the morning, but in a super nutritious way?
Yup, these Brownie Batter Overnight Oats totally taste like a gooey, decadent brownie but are still packed with over 15 grams of protein and 14 grams of fiber per serving, which makes this Registered Dietitian very happy!
Look, I have tons of healthy breakfast recipes, but the best part about overnight oats is how ridiculously easy they are to make. They take all of five minutes to whip up, and in the morning I’m left with this high protein overnight oats recipe that doesn’t require any cooking or running around the kitchen to make!
And did I mention how scrumptious these are? One bite, and I was in chocolatey heaven. It’s like diving into a bowl of creamy, fudgy brownie batter—rich, velvety, and oh-so chocolatey. The sweetness is just right, giving you that perfect dessert-like flavor that’s smooth, satisfying, and totally decadent all in one dreamy bite.
Kinda like my super popular Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse, but for breakfast!
Want to pair these Brownie Batter Overnight Oats with something super fresh for breakfast? My Blueberry Kale Smoothie is absolutely packed with nutrition and blueberry goodness and only takes 5 minutes to whip up!
Optional Add-Ins for the Overnight Oats
‘Kay, these are obviously delicious on their own, but if you want to amp up the flavor (or nutrition!) even more, here are some super fun add-ins that I’ve tested that taste AMAZING in these oats:
- A dollop of peanut butter for peanut chocolatey goodness!
- A scoop of protein powder for some extra protein!
- A sprinkle of coconut flakes on top to add some more flavor.
- A drizzle of melted chocolate to amp up the chocolatey-ness even more!
- A handful of fruit, like strawberries, to add some extra fiber.
What Kind of Oats Should I Use?
I’ve tested this recipe using large flake oats and quick oats, and I much prefer the large flake oats.
While you technically can use the quick oats instead if that’s all that you have on hand, I found that the quick oats got kinda mushy, and didn’t have the best texture compared to the large flake oats.
Time to Make Some Vegan Overnight Oats!
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Healthy Brownie Batter Overnight Oats
Equipment
- 1 mason jar or container with a lid
Ingredients
- 1 cup large flake oats also called rolled or old-fashioned oats
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened soy milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- In a mason jar or container, combine the oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and salt and stir to combine. Add the soy milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract and chocoalte chips if using. Stir well to combine, add the lid and place in the fridge fpr a minimum of 2 hours, but 4-8 hours is best.
- The next morning, take the oats out of the fridge, give them a stir and enjoy!
Notes
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