These Chocolate Orange Overnight oats are amazing for so many reasons. One of them being the fact that they literally take 5 minutes to make. Another reason is because they're literally ready to grab and go in the morning (my kind of food written all over it). Finally, because it literally tastes like you're eating a bowl full of chocolate orange desserty goodness for breakfast. Need I say more...really?
I actually discovered overnight oats during Fall last year while I was surfing Pinterest, procrastinating *cough*...uh I mean taking a break from doing my college assignments. My immediate thoughts were "WHERE HAS THIS BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!" The idea of being able to just throw a bunch of ingredients into a mason jar, shake it up and toss it into the refriegeator where it would be waiting to make my day the next morning was like a dream come true.
I'm a huuuuuuge oatmeal fan, mainly because my days are usually long and I love the fact that they keep you full for quite a while which prevents me from over-snacking. Just like regular oatmeal, overnight oats are infinitely customizable when it comes to flavors, add ins and all that jazz. I personally decided to take the dessert route for this recipe, resembling one of my favorite chocolates from back home in Britain. If you've ever had the pleasure of trying a Terry's Chocolate Orange, you'll understand what I mean when I say YUM! These Chocolate Orange Overnight Oats literally do an awesome job at bringing all of those delicious flavors together in perfect breakfast harmony.
The texture of overnight oats is also surprisingly great. Before I ever tried the overnight oat route, one of the things that I was curious about was the texture. Would they be super soggy? Too thick? Basically a mason jar of glorified baby food? Thankfully this is NOTHING like that, shout out to that Greek yog for adding that perfect creamy texture tho.
For another SUPER delish "dessert for breakfast" oatmeal recipe, try Strawberry Cheesecake Oatmeal
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 mason jar
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g
8%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1mg
0%
Sodium 128mg
5%
Total Carbohydrate 58g
19%
Dietary Fiber 9g
36%
Sugars 21g
Protein 8g
16%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Alfee says
Oh my God! I am eating your choco-orange oats that I prepared last night and I am excited by their taste. I cannot believe that I am eating something healthy. It is the most tasty overnight oats recipe I have tried so far. Thank you for that!!
Katrina says
I was getting a bit bored of my overnight oats and frozen berry combo, and I stumbled across this idea. You really can’t beat a Terry’s chocolate orange. It’s all made up, can’t wait to try it tomorrow morning!
Katrina https://realgirlswobble.com
Hashmanis says
This is so pretty! I actually had oats this morning and was thinking it was kinda like a dessert haha….now if only every meal of the day was dessert! Hashmanis
Cynthia Rusincovitch says
The chocolate and orange sounds really good. I'm going to have to try this.
Vicci says
You'll luuuuuuv it
Jessica {Swanky Recipes} says
Huge chocolate lover over here! I'd love to have this for breakfast and make it for the family. This sounds incredibly delicious!
Vicci says
This one is for us, Jessica. Chocolate lovers UNITE!
Camilla says
I have a confession to make, I have never made over night oats but seeing these I really need to give them a go - fabulous:-)
Vicci says
*GASP*! It's okay Camilla, I forgive you 🙂 But you for sure need to try them. Overnight oats will change your life!
Tina Dawson | Love is in my Tummy says
I love the idea of fusing chocolate and orange! I still haven't gotten onto the overnight oats wagon, I probably should real quick!
Vicci says
It's never too late, Tina. You'll be so glad that you did!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
Ohh I've never done the chocolate + orange combo! I love that idea!
Vicci says
I think that both of the flavors balance each other out perfectly, Liz 🙂
Stephanie says
This seriously looks sooo good. I've been meaning to try the overnight oats. Like you said they're all over Pinterest so they have to be good 🙂
Vicci says
They seriously are! The convenience factor is the icing on the cake 🙂