Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal
Start your morning on a rich and indulgent note with this Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal, a comforting breakfast that feels like dessert in a bowl! This creamy oatmeal recipe combines the heartiness of rolled oats with the decadent flavors of cocoa powder and natural peanut butter, creating the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and topped with optional banana slices and dark chocolate chips, this dish offers irresistible layers of flavor and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick, wholesome breakfast option that’s dairy-free and easily customizable for any diet. Whether you need a warm and satisfying start to your day or a post-workout energy boost, this chocolate-peanut-buttery delight is a surefire favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (natural preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 banana Banana slices (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes or until the oats are tender and the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency.
Once the oatmeal is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter until fully incorporated and creamy.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls for serving.
Top with banana slices and dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 566 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 998 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1230 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
