Can I eat these warm?

Absolutely! While they are designed to be cool and refreshing, you can pop them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. ♨️ This softens the oats further and makes it feel like 'instant' oatmeal, but way healthier. *Pro-Tip:* Add a splash of milk before heating so it doesn't dry out! 🥛

My oats are too thick/runny, what do I do?

Texture is personal! If it's too thick, simply stir in a splash of milk or water until it's perfect. If it's too runny, let it sit for another hour or stir in a teaspoon of chia seeds. *Pro-Tip:* I love mine thick like pudding, but my husband loves them looser—adjust until it makes *your* morning happy! ✨

Can I make this without protein powder?

Of course! You can replace the protein powder with an equal amount of oat flour or almond flour to keep the texture thick and creamy. 🥣 *Pro-Tip:* If you skip the powder, add a drop of vanilla extract or maple syrup to maintain that dessert-like flavor profile we love! 🍯

Do I really need chia seeds?

They aren't strictly necessary for flavor, but they are the secret to that thick, pudding-like consistency! 🍮 They act as a powerful binder. *Pro-Tip:* If you don't have them, try ground flaxseeds or just use slightly less liquid so your oats aren't runny. ✨

Can I make this dairy-free?

Easily! Just swap the yogurt for your favorite plant-based alternative like coconut or soy yogurt. 🥥 The texture works just as well. *Pro-Tip:* Coconut yogurt is naturally thicker, so it makes for an extra indulgent, creamy result! 🌱

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Chocolate Caramel Cereal Overnight Oats

Prep

10m

Set

2-12h

Cal

389cal

Saturday morning cartoons in a jar! 📺 Chocolate Caramel Cereal Overnight Oats brings out the inner kid. We use a chocolate oat base and top it with crunchy chocolate cereal and a caramel drizzle. It is fun, crunchy, and totally delicious! 😋 It satisfies that craving for sugary kid cereals but creates a balanced macronutrient profile. You get the crunch and the chocolate milk vibe, but with enough protein to actually sustain an adult work day. 💼

SOMMELIER NOTES

"We use the 'soggy cereal' phenomenon to our advantage here. The bottom layer of oats mimics the chocolate milk left at the bottom of the cereal bowl—sweet, thick, and cocoa rich. The top layer of fresh dry cereal provides the necessary textural contrast (auditory crunch) that signals 'freshness' to the brain, effectively overriding the softness of the soaked oats sitting underneath."

Emotional Fuel

Allowing yourself a 'fun' breakfast can prevent binge eating later in the day. By satisfying a craving in a controlled, nutritious way, you reduce the psychological restriction that often leads to diet failure.

Texture Promise

Add the cereal topping right before you eat. Do not let it sit overnight! Most cereal loses its crunch within minutes of touching moisture, and the magic of this dish is the contrast between wet oats and dry crunch.

The Vegan Upgrade

Many chocolate cereals are accidentally vegan (check for milk powder). Use a date caramel sauce instead of dairy caramel to keep the whole bowl plant based while adding extra fiber and minerals.

Protein0g

Carbs0g

Fats0g

Ingredients

Quick Oats

1/2cup

Protein Powder

20g

Use code: MM-KIZIL-10

Plant Milk

1/4cup

Flax Seeds

1tsp

Chia Seeds

1tsp

Cocoa Powder

1tsp

Salt

1pinch

Caramel yogurt layer

Plain Yogurt

1 1/2tbsp

Biscoff Spread

1/2tbsp

Chocolate cereal crunch

Corn Flakes Cereal

1 1/2tbsp

Dark Chocolate

10g

Coconut Oil

1tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

These stay fresh and delicious for up to 4-5 days in an airtight container! 📅 The oats actually get creamier the longer they sit as they absorb more liquid. *Pro-Tip:* If I'm prepping for the whole week, I like to add fresh fruit or crunchy toppings right before eating so they keep their snap! 🍓

Curated Recommendations

A close-up of a glass jar filled with layers of chocolate overnight oats and Biscoff cream. The top is split: one half topped with chocolate-coated cornflakes, the other with golden Biscoff-coated cornflakes. A spoon rests beside the jar on a marble surface.

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Overnight oats in a jar with three distinct layers: dark chocolate oats at the bottom, a creamy beige Biscoff layer, and a hard dark chocolate shell on top. Salty pretzels are visible peeking through the chocolate shell.

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10m Prep

•

2-12h Set

•

389 cal

Chocolate Caramel Cereal Overnight Oats

SOMMELIER NOTES

Emotional Fuel

Texture Promise

The Vegan Upgrade

Many chocolate cereals are accidentally vegan (check for milk powder). Use a date caramel sauce instead of dairy caramel to keep the whole bowl plant based while adding extra fiber and minerals.

Protein0g

Carbs0g

Fats0g

Ingredients

Quick Oats

1/2cup

Protein Powder

20g

Use code: MM-KIZIL-10

Plant Milk

1/4cup

Flax Seeds

1tsp

Chia Seeds

1tsp

Cocoa Powder

1tsp

Salt

1pinch