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Want Black Forest cake for breakfast? Still want to feel energized and ready to take on the day afterwards? Then this recipe for Black Forest Cake Overnight Oats is for you!
Easily made vegan, these oats start with cacao cherry blended base, with sweet cherries, tangy Greek yogurt, and intense dark chocolate chips layered on top. With every bite tasting like dessert, you’d never guess that these tantalizing jars are actually good for you.
They’re loaded with fiber from the oats, cherries, and the hidden veggie (if you know me, you’ve probably already guessed what it is). The Greek yogurt adds a protein boost, while the dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants while adding crunch and a touch of sweetness. One of these tasty jars will satisfy your sweet cravings while also keeping you full until lunch.
Creamy, indulgent, and a good source of healthy carbs and fiber? These overnight oats are so good and so good for you, you’ll be able to have cake everyday for breakfast. No sugar crash needed.
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Recipe:
Makes 3 servings
Ingredients:
150 g - Frozen Cauliflower Rice
420 g - Frozen, Dark Sweet Cherries - Divided
15 g - Cacao Powder
30 g - Maple Syrup - sub sweetener of choice
5 g - Espresso Powder - Optional*, but recommended
120 ml - Nut Milk
80 g - Rolled Oats - Use gluten free if needed
255 g - Greek Yogurt - Sub coconut yogurt for vegan
30 g - Dark Chocolate - Roughly chopped - Sub cacao nibs or chocolate chips
40 g - Cherry Jam - Optional
¼ tsp - Kosher Salt
Instructions:
In a microwave safe bowl, add the cauliflower rice and 300 grams of cherries. Microwave for 2 minutes or until thawed.
Add cauliflower, cherries, cacao powder, maple syrup, espresso powder, nut milk, and salt to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth.
In a large bowl, add oats. Pour blender mixture over the oats and stir until evenly incorporated. Cover and allow to thicken in the fridge for at least 2 hours to overnight.
To assemble, add a layer of oat mixture, followed by a layer of yogurt, jam, and cherries, another layer of oats, and then topped with yogurt, cherries, and chocolate.
Store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
*Notes:
The espresso powder doesn’t make it taste like coffee. It helps to enhance the chocolate flavor.
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