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Creamy Chocolate Oatmeal (Healthy & Ready in 10 Minutes)

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Creamy chocolate oatmeal made with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and milk. A quick, healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert and is ready in 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 small bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 278
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup regular whole milk or low fat or plant based milk
  • ½ cup coconut milk if you want your porridge extra creamy don't skip this, but it's optional
  • 1-2 tablespoon high-quality cocoa powder
  • ⅔ cup rolled oats gluten-free if desired
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 gluten-free if desired maple syrup or honey
  • toppings of your choice
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Heat milk: Bring milk to a gentle simmer in a pot.
  2. Add oats: Stir in oats, salt, and cinnamon and cook on low heat.
  3. Cook: Stir often until oats are creamy, about 5–8 minutes.
  4. Add cocoa: Stir in cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut milk.
  5. Rest: Remove from heat and cover for 2 minutes.
  6. Serve: Transfer to bowls and add toppings.
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Nutrition

Calories: 278kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 1207mgPotassium: 402mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 146mgIron: 3mg

Notes

  • Mix the cocoa powder in well while cooking. This helps it dissolve smoothly and prevents lumps.
  • Cook on low heat and stir often. This keeps the oatmeal creamy instead of thick or sticky.
  • Add a splash of milk when reheating. It brings back the smooth, creamy texture.
 

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