Yes my friend you read that right, oat-less oats . . .

For my gluten free – grain free – low carb – keto – paleo – vegan friends

Or ,just those of you who enjoy eating dessert for breakfast, which if you ask me is ALWAYS a good idea!

Chocolate for breakfast  = winning at life

And let me tell you, there is so much to celebrate about these oat-less oats , including the fact that both my oatmeal loving husband and oatmeal loathing daughter LOVE them, so I’m thinking we need to throw them a parade! The oats not my family.

Firstly, some of you may (or may not) be aware, that I have always wanted to love overnight oats. Or just oatmeal in general but try as I might I just haven’t been able to do it.

It’s a texture thing.

I had the same issue with chia pudding, I wanted so much to love it but the texture just weirded me out so I would always blend it – until this happened! I finally cracked the code!

But, one can not live on chia pudding alone.

And if you, like me, are looking for a deliciously simple , seriously nourishing way to change up your breakfast (lunch/snack or dessert) game and eat (your body weight) in cake batter (without the fear of contracting salmonella) then look no further friend, these quick and easy, brownie batter “oats” are the answer!

Come to think of it, even if you’re not actively looking, and I don’t even think it matters what the question is , this, right here, this lush and creamy, seriously chocolaty, secretly healthy cup of deliciousness is the answer!

Need a quick and easy, mix & make/grab and go breakfast  – Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

Mid morning pick me up? Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

Lunch time dessert (doesn’t everyone do that?!) – Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

330itis? Brownie batter {oat-less} oats to the rescue!

Rough day at work? Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

Pro-procrastinating doing laundry (why does it never end?!) Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

Craving something sweet after dinner ? Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

Bed time snack? Brownie batter {oat-less} oats

See, no matter the question, brownie batter {oat-less} oats is always the answer!

Proof that chocolate really does fix everything.

And let me tell you, these brownie batter “oats” are everything!

They are thick, creamy, luscious, rich, deliciously indulgent, seriously chocolatey, yet secretly healthy, and seriously nourishing!

They’re hearty and rich but light at the same time so they won’t leave you feeling sluggish and heavy!

They’re packed with protein, fiber, heart healthy fats and those all important omega 3’s so they’re guaranteed to leave you feeling satisfied and energized ready to take on that mountain of laundry you’ve been procrastinating your day .

And they could not be easier to make!

Made with just a handful of pantry staples that I bet you have on hand already an come together in a matter of minutes!

Simply throw all your ingredients in to a bowl, give it a stir and voila’ = breakfast is served!

Serve them hot, serve them cold (my fave) , topped with fresh berries, coconut (or Greek style yogurt) and a sprig or 2 of mint (gotta get those greens in) and regardless of when you choose to make them (please do it in the next 5 !!) you my friend are in for a real treat!

All natural, quick and easy, decadent, rich, creamy, dreamy, seriously chocolatey, oat-less oats!

Gluten Free – Dairy Free (if you want) – Grain Free – Refined Sugar Free – Low Carb – Vegan – Keto – Paleo friendly but , most importantly, they really do taste all kinds of magical – (brb just going to check and see if my letter from Hogwarts has arrived yet) a chocolate lovers dream . . .

The only thing that’s left to decide is how will you have yours?!

1 bowl – 2 minutes in the making . . .

Make them. Eat them. Love, love, love, them!

Brownie Batter Overnight {Oat-less} Oats
Low Carb – Keto – Gluten Free – Dairy Free – Refined Sugar Free – Vegan

Makes 1 serve of deliciously indulgent, secretly healthy, seriously chocolaty, creamy, dreamy oat-less oats!

Ingredients –

1/4 cup of almond meal

1 Tablespoon of flaxmeal (ground flaxseed)

1 Tablespoon of chia seeds

1 Tablespoon of cacao

1 Tablespoon of monk fruit sweetener – or sweetener of choice

1 teaspoon of vanilla

1 teaspoon of finely shredded coconut

1 teaspoon of cacao nibs

1 pinch of salt

1/2-1 teaspoon of instant espresso (or a shot of your fave brew) – optional to help enhance the richness of the chocolate

1/2 cup of vanilla almond milk – or milk of choice – more or less depending on how thick/thin you like your “oats”

Optional add ins –

1 teaspoon of maca – for hormone balance

1-2 Tbsp Hemp seeds – Plant based protein, omega 3’s, vitamins, minerals & essential amino acids – I love My Hemple –  EMSWAN10 = 10% off

1-2 scoops of Vital proteins unflavored collagen peptides – for an extra boost of protein and gut healing goodness

1 scp protein powder  – for extra protein

Optional for serving –

Coconut / Greek style yogurt

Raspberries

Mint

Extra chocolate

Method –

1 – Place all of your oatmeal ingredients into a bowl and stir to combine.

Note – If you add protein powder you will need to add an extra 1/4 cup (possibly more depending on which type/brand you use ) of liquid – water or milk, whichever you prefer.

2 – Let it sit for a minute or two to thicken.

3 – Top with toppings of choice

4 – Devour

Notes –

* I like to eat mine cold but, you can totally serve them hot if you prefer. Just pop everything into a pot and heat on the stove (or in the microwave).

** The longer they sit, the thicker they get so, if you are making them ahead of time (such as the night before) you make need to add some extra milk before serving.

Enjoy xo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow overnight oat lover? What’s your favorite flavor combination?

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your creamy, dreamy, oatless oatmeal (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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