Chocolate-loaded Brownie Batter Overnight Oats are so rich and delicious, it’s like eating dessert for breakfast!
author’s note
Chocolate For Breakfast? Yes Please!
Overnight oats were one of my go-to breakfasts in college. Mornings were always chaotic. I was usually running between classes, studying, and trying to grab something filling before heading out the door.
I started making overnight oats because they were quick and easy, but the version I kept coming back to was always the chocolate one (these Chocolate Almond Overnight Oats are also a fave). Something about chocolate in the morning just makes the day feel a little more fun.
Years later I started making them again for my kids, and this Brownie Batter Overnight Oats recipe quickly became a favorite. I mean, what kid is going to complain about chocolate for breakfast?
The combination of cocoa powder, chocolate milk, and almond butter gives these oats a deep chocolate flavor that really does taste like brownie batter. They are thick, creamy, and packed with flavor.
Brownie Batter Overnight Oats Ingredients
| Ingredient | Tips & Swaps |
|---|---|
| Almond Butter | Use slow-roasted, lightly salted almond butter for the best flavor. |
| Chocolate Almond Milk | Any milk will work, but chocolate almond milk adds the most chocolatey flavor. |
| Old-Fashioned Oats | Stick with old-fashioned oats. Steel-cut and quick oats won’t produce the same texture. |
| Maple Syrup | Liquid stevia also works. Start with ¼ teaspoon, then adjust to taste. |
| Special Dark® Cocoa Powder | Any Dutch-process cocoa powder works, but Hershey’s Special Dark is easy to find at most grocery stores. |
| Greek Yogurt | Use your favorite Greek yogurt. Honey Vanilla Greek Gods is my favorite. |
Featured Comment
“I’ve been making these oats on repeat for a few weeks now and I’m hooked. Not only are they delicious, they also keep me so full. Its pretty much my dream breakfast! Thanks so much!”
– Cody
chelsea’s recipe tip
Brownie Batter Overnight Oats notes
- Serve Cold or Warm: Overnight oats are traditionally eaten cold, but you can warm them on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Choose Your Serving Size: This recipe makes one large, filling serving. For a lighter breakfast or snack, eat half and save the rest for later.
- Add Toppings: Toppings are optional, but chocolate chips, almond butter, or pieces of a brownie protein bar are all delicious additions.
Storage
Store Brownie Batter Overnight Oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
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Brownie Batter Overnight Oats
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon almond butter see note 1
- 1/3 cup honey vanilla Greek yogurt
- 2/3 cup chocolate almond milk see note 2
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Tiny pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup see note 3
- miniature dark chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, jar, or plastic container, combine the almond butter, Greek yogurt, chocolate milk, old fashioned oats, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and maple syrup.
- Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated (see note 4). Taste the mixture and add any additional maple syrup if desired.
- Cover the container and refrigerate overnight or until sufficiently cooled and thickened. Sometimes I make them in the morning, get ready, and then go eat them—they are great after 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Once ready to serve, top oats with miniature chocolate chips if desired.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I’ve been making these oats on repeat for a few weeks now and I’m hooked. Not only are they delicious, they also keep me so full. Its pretty much my dream breakfast! Thanks so much!
So thrilled to hear this! Thanks Cody!
I’m curious as to how you got 331 cal per serving when this only makes one serving. The oats alone or 150 cal for half a cup A tablespoon of almond butter is 100 cals, I went with a lower sugar lower calorie yogurt than you use and it’s still 80 cal and those three ingredients alone already total almost exactly 331 cal. That doesn’t include the cocoa powder, the vanilla, maple syrup or the milk.
Am I missing something?
Sorry about that Amber, I’ve updated the calories to be more accurate! Thanks!
my kids didn’t like it but I loved it. They just ate the chocolate chips on top! These picky kids, I wish they werent so darn picky.
Haha! So hard with picky palates! Glad you enjoyed though 🙂
I love this! Why can you not substitute peanut butter? I am not a fan of the taste of almond butter 🙁
You can if you really want, but it will be a peanut butter flavored oats and not so much chocolate/brownie batter flavored. 🙂 The almond butter allows for the chocolate flavors to really shine through.
Thank you!
Uh…no…you are NOT the only brownie addict around!!!!! =-) These sounds AWESOME!!!!! Gonna have give’em a try!!! Hugs…
So I’ve been doing overnight oats wrong this whole time! I’ve NEVER used chocolate! I NEED to try these!
This looks delicious, I think I could totally do some for dessert right now…!
Chelsea this is awesome! I was just thinking about whipping up some overnight oats (don’t judge me, but I’ve never had them before!) and I didn’t know where to start, But now I do! Dessert for breakfast here I come!