Make your mornings a little less stressful with these Ginger Chocolate Overnight Oats. Wake up to a jar of chocolatey, oaty goodness with a touch of aromatic ginger warmth, and best of all, there is no cooking involved!
Crazy mornings....We all have them and trying to prepare and eat a healthy breakfast is often a difficult task. Oatmeal is all well and good but you need 10 minutes to make it (then 5 minutes for it to cool down enough to eat), which is often a luxury that we just don't have.
Overnight oats are the answer. All you need are a few minutes to throw everything in a jar the night before and you are done. I highly recommend making up a whole batch of them at once to save even more time. They live quite happily in the fridge for up to 5 days.
You might remember my awesome Black Forest Overnight Oats from the summer. They are Black Forest Gateau in overnight oat disguise and they are quite literally the bomb, if a little extravagant with the optional lashings of coconut whipped cream on the top! My Ginger Chocolate Overnight Oats are much less extravagant but also incredibly delicious.
HOW TO MAKE GINGER CHOCOLATE OVERNIGHT OATS
- Put all ingredients in a jar
- Stir, or if you are lazy like me put the lid on and shake
- Put in the fridge
- Go to bed
- Sleep
- Wake
- Grab from the fridge and eat
SIMPLE
When you remove the lid you will need to give them a little stir, then you will be rewarded with a pile of thick, chocolatey, oaty goodness with an invigorating hint of aromatic ginger warmth. Try serving them with a dollop of my vegan yogurt recipe and some sliced banana. They keep you feeling full for ages which is another overnight oaty bonus!
CHOCOLATE IS LIFE♡
Cocoa powder makes these overnight oats extra chocolatey without using lots of sweetener, in fact there is only 1 tablespoon of maple syrup in the whole thing. I add some chocolate chips as I like that double chocolate sensation (you all know I am a chocoholic), but they are optional and it's definitely a lot healthier if you omit them, or you could sub them with cacao nibs as a healthier choice. A dash of ginger adds a lovely aromatic warmth and compliments the chocolate perfectly.
AND SO IS OATMEAL ♡
You might say that I have a bit of a love affair going on with oatmeal ♡. I eat it in some shape or form most mornings. If I don't, then it's a smoothie instead and at the weekend perhaps pancakes. But generally just oatmeal. Hot oatmeal, cold oatmeal or baked oatmeal. Did you try my Strawberry Baked Oatmeal? As soon as strawberries are in season give it a try. It's another great make ahead, stress free option that is also great for snacks and lunch boxes.
So, from the person who has chocolate (and oatmeal) on the brain, you really must make these. Your mornings will be a whole lot easier and tastier!
For more oatmeal recipes, check out these great options:
- Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats
- Bircher Muesli
- Healthy Chocolate Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats
- Black Forest Overnight oats
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Ginger Chocolate Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup | 45-50g rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon cocoa
- 1 heaping tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup | 250mls plant-based milk
- 1-2 tablespoons chocolate chips I like to use semi-sweet chocolate chips
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all of the ingredients to a jar or other lidded container. Start with the dry ingredients and end with the milk.
- Stir well, or put the lid on and give it a good shake.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
NOTES
NUTRITION
Nutritional information is provided for convenience & as a courtesy only. The data is a computer generated estimate so should be used as a guide only.
Jordan says
Thanks a lot. I appreciate that. I was looking for high protein, vegan meals. So thanks again. I had calculated it at 14g. But it was rushed.
Jordan says
You didn't add protein to your nutritional facts
A Virtual Vegan says
I just had it recalculated. It's there now.
calgal says
Pleasant surprised at how good this was! I'm not usually a fan of ginger because it tends to overpower other flavors, so I used 1/4 teaspoon ginger, and it came out amazing! Perfect ratio of oats to liquid, and the chia seeds thickened it nicely. I may even be brave and try the full 1/2 teaspoon of ginger next time - it really does compliment the chocolate. This is going in my favorites folder!
A Virtual Vegan says
I'm so glad you tried it and loved it! I'm a sucker for anything ginger chocolate!
Nicole | The Professional Mom Project.com says
These look amazing! Love the combo of ginger and chocolate. Can't wait to give them a try.
Ruby says
Just spent 30 minutes trying to find a different overnight oats recipe for tommorow a breakfast as I had this recipe today. And I’ve just gone and prepared the same for tommorow, it is just too good not to !
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Ruby. I'm glad you enjoyed it. My chunky monkey one is great too if you haven't tried it: https://avirtualvegan.com/chunky-monkey-overnight-oats/
Kim says
Not really a "chocolate for breakfast" person but I made this last night and will definitely be .taking it again.
A Virtual Vegan says
That's great. Glad you enjoyed them Kim ????
The Vegan 8 says
Chocolate and ginger is one of my favorite combos! This looks like one absolutely, delicious bowl of oatmeal! Creamy, rich and filling...just perfect! I agree with you too, total chocoholic over here too, haha!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you. It's a great way to start the day!
Linda @ Veganosity says
This sounds so delicious, Melanie! I love overnight oats, and the combination of chocolate and ginger is totally up my alley. Can't wait to try this!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Linda. Ginger and chocolate is one of my favourite combos too!
Alisa Fleming says
What a delicious flavor idea for oats Mel! I think I know what I'm having for breakfast ...
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you! I hope you enjoy them :O)
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
I love overnight oats for breakfast! This recipe looka so RICH and decadent!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you. It makes a great start to the day!
Jackie of Vegan Yack Attack says
Yes! I love overnight oats and make them regularly. Your Ginger Chocolate Oats sound so good!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Jackie. Overnight oats can be a real life saver during manic mornings!
Jenn says
Overnight oats might be the best "invention" ever. "Mommmmm, I want breakfast." Opens fridge. Hands them a spoon. Done! :) Loving this flavor combo!!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you! I agree they are the best invention ever. Even more so when you have young kids and mornings are super hectic.
Dianne's Vegan Kitchen says
I love having breakfast waiting for me in the morning, especially when it's chocolatey!
A Virtual Vegan says
Chocolate always helps make early mornings more bearable!
Vegan Heaven says
I LOVE overnight oats! I think I really have to try your recipe soon. I mean who could say no to chocolate for breakfast, right?! :D
A Virtual Vegan says
Exactly! I don't hesitate to jump out of bed if I know there's chocolate waiting for me ;O)
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says
We love overnight oats over here! We make them multiple nights a week with the jars I created. My kids love them because they can easily help put them together and we adults love them because easiest breakfast ever! And who wouldn't want chocolate for breakfast? YUM!
A Virtual Vegan says
We make them a lot too. They really do make breakfast effortless. Even more so for you with young children and even more manic mornings than me ;O)
Becky says
Oh my gosh, this is my Dream flavor combo!
A Virtual Vegan says
Mine too! I have been eating these oats way too much lately!