Name: Chocolate Blended Oats with Smash Top Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 cups plant-based milk (such as soy or almond milk; approx. 500ml); 1¾ cups rolled oats (old-fashioned oats; approx. 210g); 2 tbsp chia seeds (approx. 20g); ¼ cup cacao powder (approx. 20g); ¼ cup maple syrup (approx. 75g); 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla paste); ⅛ tsp salt (approx. a generous pinch); 3 oz dark chocolate (melted; approx. 80g)

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Introduction

This Chocolate Blended Oats recipe combines creamy plant-based milk with rich cacao and a smooth dark chocolate topping for a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead mornings, it offers a satisfying chocolate boost with wholesome ingredients.

A clear glass jar filled with a smooth, light brown mousse sits on a white marbled surface, with a thick, shiny dark chocolate sauce being poured generously from a white bowl above, creating a glossy dark top layer that flows in the center. The background shows a pink and white patterned fabric and a white towel with green stripes. The overall look is creamy and rich, with two visible layers: the light fluffy mousse on the bottom and the thick chocolate sauce on top. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups plant-based milk (such as soy or almond milk; approx. 500ml)
1¾ cups rolled oats (old-fashioned oats; approx. 210g)
2 tbsp chia seeds (approx. 20g)
¼ cup cacao powder (approx. 20g)
¼ cup maple syrup (approx. 75g)
1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla paste)
⅛ tsp salt (approx. a generous pinch)
3 oz dark chocolate (melted; approx. 80g)

Instructions

Step 1: Add the plant-based milk, rolled oats, chia seeds, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a high-powered blender. Blend on high for about 1 minute, or until the mixture is mostly smooth. It will be thin—this is expected.
Step 2: Divide the blended oats evenly between four small jars or containers.
Step 3: Spoon the melted dark chocolate over the top of each jar.
Step 4: Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 1½ hours, or overnight, until the oats thicken and the chocolate topping firms up.
Step 5: Enjoy straight from the jar chilled.

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite plant-based milk to adjust creaminess and flavor; oat or cashew milk work well.
For extra texture, stir in chopped nuts or fresh berries before serving.
To reduce sweetness, adjust the maple syrup to taste or substitute with honey if not vegan.
If you prefer a crunchier chocolate topping, let the melted chocolate set slightly before topping the oats.

Storage

Store the prepared oats in sealed jars or containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The oats will thicken further as they chill. For best texture, enjoy cold directly from the fridge. If desired, allow to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular milk instead of plant-based milk?

Yes, you can substitute regular dairy milk if you prefer, but the texture and flavor will vary slightly from the plant-based version.

Can I prepare this recipe without a blender?

Blending helps create a smooth, creamy texture. If you don’t have a blender, you can soak the oats and chia seeds overnight with the other ingredients and stir well before serving, but the texture will be less smooth.