Oats are a delicious, nutritious, and versatile ingredient. We love the simplicity of overnight oats, for example, but sometimes it could use an upgrade to stay exciting in our weekly lineup of meals and snacks. Insert: the chocolate shell. A chocolate shell is an easy way to turn oatmeal into a healthy dessert, fun snack, or even an indulgent breakfast option. Today, we’re sharing our go-to overnight oats recipe made with a chocolate shel
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What is a Chocolate Shell?
A chocolate shell is a layer of chilled and hardened chocolate. Think of a chocolate-dipped ice cream cone. That’s one example of a chocolate shell. The fun doesn’t have to end there, though. You can add a chocolate shell to yogurt, oatmeal, protein shakes, and more. Chocolate shells make for a great healthy dessert option. It’s made with a combination of chocolate chips and a little coconut oil to support the melting process. Once liquid, you can pour the chocolate over your snack of choice and refrigerate (or flash freeze) until firm. Yum.
How to Make Overnight Oats with a Chocolate Shell
There are so many ways you can “accessorize” your overnight oats. Adding spices, fruit, protein powder, or whatever you’re in the mood for. Today, we’re sharing a basic (but delicious) recipe that you can adjust however you like. Everything goes with chocolate, in our opinion, especially Dandy Blend. Start by making your overnight oats. This includes oats, milk of choice, a pinch of salt, a little bit of honey or maple syrup, and a dash of cinnamon. Let that soak together while you make the chocolate shell. Melt chocolate, Dandy Blend, and coconut oil over a double boiler (or in the microwave in 20 second intervals). Once liquified, pour over the oats in an even layer. Let refrigerate overnight or for about 20 minutes. You can also put it in the freezer for 5-7 minutes for faster results. Whether you enjoy this recipe as a late-night healthy dessert or an on-the-go breakfast treat, you’re going to love it.
Chilled Dandy Blend Overnight Oats with a Chocolate Shell Recipe
Ingredients:
- ½ cup oats
- ¾ – 1 cup milk of choice
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Dandy Blend powder
- 1-2 teaspoons coconut oil
Directions:
- Stir the oats, milk, cinnamon, salt, and sweetener together in a jar with room at the top.
- While that soaks together, melt the chocolate and coconut oil, then stir in the Dandy Blend.
- Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the oats and refrigerate overnight, or at least 20 minutes.
- Enjoy.
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*Disclaimer
Dandy Blend is not a supplement or medicine. Any health related questions or concerns, we always recommend consulting with your primary care physician.
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