When it comes to breakfast, I tend to opt for a savory option, but from time to time, I crave something sweet and chocolatey. And while I'm not one to shy away from a perfectly spiced cinnamon roll or a fluffy donut, I like to put a healthy twist on my meal so that I won't crash in the middle of the day. This is where my Vegan Black Forest Cake Oatmeal recipe comes in. It's perfect for mornings when I'm craving something on the sweeter side but also want a filling and wholesome breakfast to start the day.
Vegan Black Forest Cake Oatmeal
- Prep Time:5 mins
- Cook Time:15 mins
- Total Time:20 mins
- Servings:1
- Easy
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1/2 cup frozen tart cherries plus extra
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- splash vanilla extract
- plant-based vanilla yogurt
- dairy-free semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a small pot, add the oats, plant-based milk, frozen cherries, and vanilla extract then place the pot over a medium heat on the stove.
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Step 2
Stir the oats until the oatmeal starts to boil then lower the heat to low-medium and continue to stir from time to time for 10 minutes until the oats have absorbed a majority of the milk.
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Step 3
Transfer the cooked oats into a bowl and top them off with a dollop of plant-based yogurt, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and extra frozen cherries. Enjoy!
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I can't stress enough how good these oats are. They're chocolatey, fruit, creamy, easy to make, dairy-free, and, best of all, super delicious! It's the perfect breakfast. Not only do you get a serving of fruit, but you can also satisfy your sweet tooth, and eat chocolate for breakfast. Hope you give this Vegan Black Forest Cake Oatmeal recipe a try next time you're in the mood for a yummy chocolatey breakfast.
If you're more of an overnight oats kind of person, then check out this article for delicious overnight oats recipes inspired by your favorite desserts.