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5 Minute Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Paula
Dessert for breakfast? Yes, please! These nourishing brownie batter overnight oats are rich, chocolatey, and creamy while being completely vegan. Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and 20 grams of plant-based protein per serving—without protein powder or Greek yogurt!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl or measuring cup
  • Whisk
  • 500 mL (pint) jar with lid

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup hemp milk, soy milk, or other plant-based milk
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds (whole or ground)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon mini dark chocolate chips (optional topping)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (optional topping)

Instructions
 

  • In a glass measuring cup or bowl, whisk the almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Then whisk in cocoa powder and plant-based milk.
  • Stir in oats and chia seeds, then pour into a 500 mL (pint) jar. Fasten the lid and store in the fridge for 4 hours or up to 4 days.
  • To serve, stir to break up chia clumps, then add your desired toppings such as chocolate chips or walnuts.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir before serving to break up clumps of chia. Customize with toppings like chocolate chips, walnuts, or berries. Great for meal prep!
Keyword brownie batter oats, chocolate oats, overnight oats, vegan breakfast