Hot Chocolate and Oats Pick Me Up
Cozy up your mornings with the indulgent yet wholesome "Hot Chocolate and Oats Pick Me Up" recipe—your new favorite way to blend comfort, nutrition, and a touch of decadence. This warm, creamy oatmeal is infused with the rich flavors of unsweetened cocoa powder, melted dark chocolate, and a hint of cinnamon, making it the perfect combination of breakfast and dessert. Sweetened naturally with brown sugar or maple syrup and customizable with your choice of dairy or plant-based milk, this dish is ready in just 15 minutes, giving you a quick yet luxurious start to your day. Garnish with whipped cream, frothed milk, or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an extra treat, and enjoy this satisfying pick-me-up that's perfect for chilly mornings or whenever you need a little chocolate-infused boost.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ounce dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- as needed whipped cream or frothed milk (optional, for garnish)
- as needed chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, dark chocolate, brown sugar or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Continue stirring gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are tender and the mixture is creamy. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more brown sugar or maple syrup.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly for a minute.
Divide the hot chocolate oats into two mugs or bowls.
Top with whipped cream or frothed milk if desired. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for an extra touch.
Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Hot Chocolate and Oats Pick Me Up!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 382 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 750 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*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.
