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For the past few years, I have continuously been trying to figure out a way to get healthy and in shape. We make our meals from scratch, eat lots and lots of veggies and are very active. Trying to get more intentional, I have been focusing on what exactly we are making and putting into our bodies and while I’m no expert, it sure is fun figuring out what works and what doesn’t! Getting older has proven easy to add a few pounds and very, very difficult to lose them. Consistency is the only thing I have found that tries to work and I’m hoping that sharing these recipes of what we are making and eating will help our family and yours!

These overnight oats were my attempt to eat breakfast in the morning. Mornings are the best time for me to get important work done, set up my day and even get a workout in when I’m focused and getting it all done. Mornings are not the time for me to eat, because I just have too much going on. I was hoping these oats would be a good, quick way to eat something before starting my day. While this recipe is delicious, it is too rich for my breakfast tastes. So I adjusted the recipe and made small versions to enjoy as a dessert!

This recipe is very easy to put together. I set out 4 mason jars at a time to prepare for the week. We love these jars (8oz Canning Jars) that have a coupon right now! That usually leaves both Jorge and myself a couple of healthy options during the week for when our sweet teeth kicks in.

Line up your jars to get more done at once. Saves you time throughout the week!

Did you know that you can make your own vanilla to use?!

Simply place all ingredients in a jar and mix. I like to set in the fridge for at least a day before eating. Such an easy way to prepare a healthy snack. We hope you enjoy!

It’s like eating a chocolate oatmeal cookie! So good!

Overnight Oats for Dessert

This rich dessert will curb any cravings you have for chocolate, without the guilt!

Print Recipe

Cuisine dessert

Servings 4

Calories 77 kcal

Equipment

4 Half-Pint Canning Jars with lids & bands *Or a container with lid

Ingredients

1 cup oats
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
4 tssp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 tsp chia seeds

Instructions

Line up your four jars and ingredients.
Fill each jar with 1/4 cup oats, 1/4 cup almond milk, 1 tsp cocoa powder, 1/2 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp vanilla and 1 tsp chia seeds.
Cover each jar and set aside in refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours.
Remove from fridge and enjoy! For a little extra add optional ingredients like whipped cream & chocolate sauce or sliced strawberries and chocolate chips!

Keyword chocolate, dessert, healthy, oats

It certainly helps the sweet tooth I have at night! We hope you enjoy this recipe! Let us know if you try it and what you think! Simply, Beth