Healthy Chocolate Oatmeal Porridge
Start your mornings on a deliciously satisfying note with this Healthy Chocolate Oatmeal Porridge—a decadent yet wholesome breakfast that’s easy to prepare and packed with nourishing ingredients. Made with hearty rolled oats, creamy unsweetened almond milk, and rich cocoa powder, this porridge delivers a bold chocolate flavor while staying naturally sweetened with maple syrup. The addition of chia seeds provides a boost of fiber and omega-3s, making it as nutritious as it is indulgent. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting bowl can be customized with your favorite toppings, like dark chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or crunchy nuts, for added flavor and texture. Perfect for a cozy, guilt-free breakfast, this recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers looking to start their day on a healthy note!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or any sweetener of choice)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 ounce dark chocolate (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 cup fresh berries (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons nuts or seeds (optional, for topping)
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cook the oatmeal, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
Divide the oatmeal between two serving bowls.
Garnish with optional toppings such as dark chocolate, fresh berries, or nuts/seeds for added flavor and texture.
Serve warm and enjoy your Healthy Chocolate Oatmeal Porridge!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 490 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1085 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1319 mg | 28% | |
*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.
