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blueberry overnight oats

Chocolate Blueberry Overnight Oats

Delicious Chocolate Blueberry Overnight Oats recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1275 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the oat base::

  • 2 1/4 cups rolled oats (I always use Bob's Red Mill for the best chew)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 1/4 cups yogurt (I prefer Fage 5% for a much creamier result)
  • 2 tsp vanilla essence
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

For the fruit layer::

  • 1 cup blueberries (freshly washed and patted dry)

For the chocolate topping::

  • 2.8 oz dark chocolate (I use Lindt 70% cocoa bars for a rich snap)
  • 1/2 tbsp coconut oil (melted with chocolate to prevent cracking)

Instructions
 

  • Chop the dark chocolate into small, even pieces for faster melting. Place the chocolate and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly—it should still be pourable but not piping hot. I use Lindt 70% cocoa bars because they have a rich snap and don't burn easily, but any quality dark chocolate works here.
  • Add the rolled oats, milk, frozen blueberries, yogurt, vanilla essence, maple syrup, salt, and ground cinnamon to a blender in that order. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 60-90 seconds. The frozen blueberries will break down and give the mixture a beautiful purple hue and subtle berry flavor throughout. For a creamier result, I always use Fage 5% yogurt—it has a much richer texture than regular yogurt.
  • Divide the fresh blueberries evenly among 4 mason jars or similar containers (about 1/4 cup per jar). Pour the blended oat mixture from Step 2 over the fresh blueberries, filling each jar about three-quarters full. Give each jar a gentle stir to distribute the berries and combine the layers slightly.
  • Drizzle the cooled melted chocolate from Step 1 evenly over the top of each jar, creating a thin chocolate layer. You can use a spoon or squeeze bottle for even distribution. Cover the jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 1.5 hours, though overnight (8-12 hours) is ideal as it allows the oats to fully hydrate and the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  • Remove the jars from the refrigerator and serve cold. The oats should be creamy and spoonable with a thick, pudding-like consistency. You can eat straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. If the mixture has thickened too much, stir in a splash of milk to reach your preferred consistency.