Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Oats : A Dessert-Inspired Breakfast for February Cravings
Craving Black Forest cake but want something nourishing? These Chocolate Cherry Black Forest Oats are your sweet solution. Layered with rich cocoa oats, cherry preserves, creamy yogurt, and a dusting of dark chocolate, they turn your morning into a dessert-worthy experience—without the guilt. Perfect for cozy winter mornings and love-filled February vibes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
½ cup rolled oats
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
Pinch of salt
¼ cup cherry preserves or compote
½ cup Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
1 tbsp dark chocolate shavings
Optional: fresh cherries, cacao nibs, or granola for topping
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine oats, cocoa, milk, sweetener, and salt. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until thick and creamy.
Spoon half the oats into a jar or bowl, layer with half the yogurt and cherry preserves. Repeat layers.
Top with chocolate shavings and optional garnishes.
Serve warm or chilled—either way, it tastes like cake for breakfast.
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 11g