Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Overnight Oats (Vegan)
These Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Overnight Oats are like dessert for breakfast. They are chocolatey, fruity and so thick and creamy, plus they are naturally dairy-free and easily gluten-free.
If you love chocolate and cherries together then this is the breakfast for you. These are very chocolatey and rich, while being fresh, creamy and so delicious. Plus, they only take about 10 minutes to prepare, and you can make up a big batch to feed you (and others) all week long. They are loaded with fibre and naturally a great protein source from the chia seeds which are a little powerhouse of nutrition. The homemade cherry compote takes these oats to the next level, all topped with some coconut yoghurt (instead of the classic cream) and cacao powder!
Why will I love these oats?
These oats are so good:
- Chocolatey, fruity and delicious
- Creamy, thick and so luscious
- Loaded with chia seeds
- A great source of fibre and protein
- Naturally dairy-free, egg-free and vegan
- Gluten-free
- Nut-free
- Easy to make in a few steps
- Layered with homemade cherry compote
- Naturally sweetened
- Full of fibre
- From the oats, fruit and seeds
- A great breakfast
- Easy to prep ahead of time
- Will keep for a few days in the fridge
- Cherries are in season and are so good right now
- You can use frozen ones too
- With some nuts on top for crunch
- Feels like dessert for breakfast
If you already love the sound of these oats, then skip ahead to the recipe card below. Or, first let’s discuss the recipe in more detail.
What ingredients do I need?
You can see the ingredients with weights in the recipe card below and see my favourite and recommended products in the “shop the recipe” section.
For the oats:
- Cherries: I use frozen ones for the compote as it’s easier but you can use fresh ones, too. I add some fresh cherries on top, too.
- Maple syrup: just one tbsp to add into the compote to make the texture nice and sticky.
- Rolled oats: use GF where needed.
- Chia seeds: these are from Naturale Bio which are organic and make the oat pudding so thick, creamy and high in fibre and protein.
- Cacao powder: this is from Naturale Bio and is so good. Make sure to use a 100% cacao powder without added sugars.
- Coconut yoghurt: I use the vanilla Cocos yoghurt which is so thick and creamy and works perfectly in the oats and on top.
- Dairy-free milk: I use soya milk for breakfast recipes for the added protein and it’s naturally unsweetened.
- Pistachios: I love to add these on top for some crunch, but you can swap these for seeds or leave them off.
Are these gluten-free and nut-free?
These are easily gluten-free if you use GF oats and to make them nut-free, swap the pistachios for seeds on top.
How do I make them?
These oats are ready to enjoy in a few steps:
- Warm the cherries in a saucepan with maple syrup and water: until bubbling.
- Stir the oats, cacao and chia seeds: to combine.
- Pour in the wet ingredients: and stir again.
- Leave overnight in the fridge: to thicken.
- Serve the oats layered with the cherry compote and some more yoghurt: with some cacao powder on top.
How long will they last?
These will keep for 2-3 days in the fridge covered.
What other recipes can I try?
For more breakfast ideas:
- Carrot Cake (not) Overnight Oats with Sticky Dates
- Mango and Pineapple Chia Pudding
- Rhubarb Baked Oats
- Matcha and Blueberry Overnight Oats
- Creamy Apple Chia (no) Overnight Oats
Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Overnight Oats (Vegan)
These Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Overnight Oats are like dessert for breakfast. They are chocolatey, fruity and so thick and creamy, plus they are naturally dairy-free and easily gluten-free.
Ingredients
For the Cherry Compote:
- 200g pitted frozen cherries
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp water
For the Oats:
- 80g rolled oats
- 4 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp cacao powder, plus extra to serve
- 100g thick vanilla coconut yoghurt, plus extra to serve
- 360-400ml dairy-free milk
- Fresh cherries
- 2 tbsp crushed pistachios
Instructions
- Start by making the cherry compote. Add the cherries, maple syrup and water to a large pan and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until the cherries are glossy and they have reduced in volume. Transfer to a heatproof container and chill in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For the oats, add the rolled oats, chia seeds and cacao powder to a bowl and whisk to combine. Spoon in the yoghurt and pour in the milk and whisk again until smooth. Cover and place in the fridge overnight (or for at least 4 hours) to thicken up.
- To serve, divide the cherries between two glasses and top with the chocolatey oats. Serve with some more yoghurt on top, some cherries, a dusting of cacao powder and crushed pistachios.
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I look forward to hearing what you think of these Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Overnight Oats so please let me know in the comments below and leave a star review. If you do make them, I’d love to see so please tag me, I’m @nourishing.amy on Instagram and use the hashtag #nourishingamy. I’m also on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest – please say hello!
With choc cherry love x
p.s. this recipe was first made with Naturale Bio who I really enjoy wotking with and this blog post is not sponsored.
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