Description
A delicious and healthy Layered Black Forest Overnight Oats recipe combining creamy cocoa-flavored oats with fresh cherries and Greek yogurt. This no-cook, make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings and provides a rich chocolatey taste with the nutritional benefits of oats and fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Mixture
- 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 or maple syrup. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Layer Oat Mixture: Spoon half of your oat mixture into the bottom of a clean jar or container, creating the first layer for your overnight oats.
- Add Cherry Layer: Evenly spread the chopped cherries over the oat mixture, adding a fresh and fruity layer reminiscent of Black Forest flavors.
- Top with Remaining Oats: Spoon the remaining oat mixture over the cherry layer, covering the cherries completely.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar or container with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate it overnight, or for at least 6 hours, to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Serve: In the morning, gently stir the oats if desired or enjoy them layered as they are. Optionally, top with extra cherries or chocolate chips for additional flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use any type of milk you prefer: dairy, almond, soy, or oat milk all work well.
- Frozen cherries should be thawed before layering to avoid excess moisture.
- The recipe is easily doubled or tripled for meal prepping multiple servings.
- For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt and honey with plant-based yogurt and maple syrup.
- Adding a sprinkle of chia seeds or nuts can boost texture and nutrition.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
