🍫 Vegan Hot Cocoa Overnight Oats (Cozy Winter Breakfast)

This Vegan Hot Cocoa Overnight Oats recipe is the perfect mix of comfort and nutrition — it feels indulgent but fuels your morning.

Rich cocoa, creamy oat milk, and a touch of maple syrup create that hot chocolate flavor we all love, while chia seeds and oats make it hearty and energizing.

Each spoonful is cozy, chocolatey bliss — perfect for winter mornings when you want something sweet, warm, and nourishing.
You can serve it chilled for a grab-and-go breakfast or heat it up for the full cozy hot cocoa experience. ☕

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍫 Tastes Like Dessert: Pure chocolate comfort for breakfast.
• 🌱 Healthy & Vegan: Wholesome ingredients, zero guilt.
• ⏱️ Quick & Easy: 5 minutes of prep, ready overnight.
• ❄️ Winter Vibes: Feels festive and cozy with minimal effort.
• 📸 Pinterest Gold: That creamy cocoa swirl is irresistible.

Imagine waking up to chocolate oatmeal that smells like your favorite winter drink — that’s this recipe.
It’s the perfect breakfast to meal-prep for cold mornings or to enjoy under a blanket with a cup of coffee.

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🍫 Vegan Hot Cocoa Overnight Oats (Cozy Winter Breakfast)

Courses: Breakfast

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Rest Time 6 hrs Total Time 6 hrs 5 mins

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Creamy, chocolatey, and cozy — these Vegan Hot Cocoa Overnight Oats taste like dessert for breakfast. 🍫
Made with oats, cocoa, and maple syrup, they’re the perfect vegan winter meal prep idea.

Vegan, easy, and delicious — ready in 5 minutes!

Ingredients

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• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1½ cups oat milk (or any plant milk)
• 1 tbsp 1–2 maple syrup (to taste)
• ½ tbsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional toppings: vegan mini marshmallows, shaved dark chocolate, or coconut whip

Instructions

Mix Ingredients:

1. In a jar, combine oats, cocoa, chia, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Stir well.
   

Refrigerate Overnight:

1. Cover and refrigerate for 6–8 hours or overnight to thicken.
   

Serve:

1. Enjoy cold or warm. Top with marshmallows, whipped coconut cream, or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
   

Optional Warm Version:

1. Microwave for 30 seconds or heat in a small pan for hot cocoa vibes.

Note

🌟 Tips

• Add a scoop of vegan protein powder for extra fuel.
• Use chocolate oat milk for a richer flavor.
• Store up to 4 days for easy weekday breakfasts.
• Top with berries or banana slices for extra texture.