Chocolate breakfast oatmeal is quick and easy to make, naturally sweetened and perfect for a delicious, fun and healthy start to the day.

I am a firm believer in chocolate for breakfast.

See banana chocolate chip pancakes, chocolate overnight oats, chocolate chip oatmeal waffles and chocolate baked donuts for just a few more examples.

I think it’s one of the perks of being an adult. You can do things like this.

But honestly, this chocolate oatmeal is something I would serve to my little kids.

It would make a really special birthday breakfast or treat on a big day!

It uses all real food ingredients, so it's wholesome and it's homemade. I can feel good about that.

The chocolate in this recipe is just cocoa powder, which is actually healthy because it’s got antioxidants and good stuff like that. None of the added sugar that you see in prepared chocolate.

Just add oats, milk, cinnamon, vanilla and honey to that and you come up with this amazing chocolate oatmeal breakfast. All natural, clean foods.

And it's ready in 5 minutes, so it works even on the busiest of mornings.

Cause I want to start the day with something that fuels my body and gives me energy to power through work and keep up with my little ones.

And some days that means a little something special. Especially when it only takes a few minutes to make.

Go on, have yourself a chocolate breakfast!

And if you're feeling extra decadent, you can add some fun extras.

Topping Ideas:

• Mini chocolate chips
• Chopped nuts
• Drizzle of peanut butter
• Sliced banana
• Sliced or diced strawberries

Feel free to get creative and add your own favorite toppings!

Serious goodness in the morning. And a little fun.

Now that's a way to start the day!

Enjoy!

XO,

Kathryn

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Yield: 1 serving

Chocolate Breakfast Oatmeal

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Chocolate breakfast oatmeal is quick and easy to make, naturally sweetened and perfect for a delicious, fun and healthy start to the day.

Prep Time 3 minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes

Inactive Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup milk of choice, plus 2-3 tablespoons, divided (see notes)
• 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1-2 teaspoons honey (or you can sub maple syrup or agave)

Instructions

1. Combine oats and 1 cup milk in a medium microwaveable bowl. (Make sure it's big enough so the oats don't bubble over.) Microwave for 2 ½ minutes.
2. Remove and add cocoa powder and cinnamon, stirring well to combine.
3. Add 2-3 tablespoons of milk (adjust to get your desired consistency) and vanilla and stir to combine.
4. Drizzle with honey and serve warm!

Notes

Milk: I start with 2 tablespoons of milk added after the oats have cooked and sometimes add an extra splash. Adjust to get your desired consistency.

Milk type: I use soy milk for the milk here but regular milk (skim, 2% or whole) is great, too.

Toppings: Mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, drizzle of peanut butter, banana or strawberry slices, etc.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 275Total Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 118mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 6gSugar: 16gProtein: 11g