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Layered Black Forest Overnight Oats

Layered Black Forest Overnight Oats

Indulge in the delightful taste of Layered Black Forest Overnight Oats, a scrumptious breakfast that blends creamy textures with vibrant, sweet cherries. This nutritious dish is perfect for busy mornings or a refreshing snack at any time of day. With a base of old-fashioned oats soaked in unsweetened soy milk and enriched with chia seeds, this recipe offers a wholesome start to your day. The addition of cacao powder brings rich chocolate flavor, while homemade cherry compote adds a burst of natural sweetness. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, these overnight oats are sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups pitted sweet cherries
  • ½ tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened soy milk
  • 1–2 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp whole chia seeds
  • ¼ tsp almond extract
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp cacao powder
  • Sweet cherries (for garnish)
  • Vegan yogurt
  • Cacao nibs
  • Shaved chocolate

Instructions

  1. Cook the cherry compote by simmering pitted cherries and maple syrup in a small pot for 6-8 minutes until soft. Let cool.
  2. In two containers, mix together oats, soy milk, maple syrup, and chia seeds. Add almond extract to one container and vanilla extract with cacao powder to the other. Shake well.
  3. Refrigerate both mixtures overnight to allow flavors to meld.
  4. To assemble, layer cherry compote at the bottom of serving jars followed by chocolate-flavored oats and then regular oats. Garnish as desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Ripe cherries yield the best flavor for the compote. Experiment with different toppings like nuts or seeds for added crunch. These overnight oats can be stored in airtight containers for up to 5 days.

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