Chocolate Raspberry Overnight Oats Recipe

This Chocolate Raspberry Overnight Oats recipe combines rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flax, cocoa powder, soy milk, and fresh raspberries in an easy make-ahead breakfast that requires no cooking. Featured on Gusto TV Studios Presents: Inside and Out, this simple jar breakfast is ideal for busy mornings when you want something creamy, satisfying, and ready to enjoy straight from the refrigerator.

The Inspiration

These Foodful Overnight Oats are inspired by the idea that physical wellness can be supported through simple routines that make everyday meals easier to prepare and enjoy. Featured in the Physical Wellness segment of Gusto TV Studios Presents: Inside and Out, host Sylvia Meo demonstrates how a handful of familiar ingredients can be prepared the night before and transformed into a convenient breakfast by morning.

For the Physical Wellness segment of Gusto TV Studios Presents: Inside and Out, Sylvia Meo uses this recipe to show how planning ahead can make breakfast feel less rushed and more intentional.

The recipe is simple enough to prepare in only a few minutes, yet the overnight soaking process does all the remaining work.

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled or old fashioned oats
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
2 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 cup milk of choice, dairy or plant-based
1/4 cup raspberries fresh
Optional: cinnamon for sprinkling

Method

In a small jar or container add the rolled oats, flax seeds, chia seeds and cocoa powder, then stir to combine.
Pour your milk of choice over the mixture and mix everything well.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the fridge, garnish with the fresh raspberries and enjoy!

FOODFUL TIP

Dairy is animal based and consequently does not contain any fiber. Alternatively, choosing a plant-based milk alternative, like soy milk which is my plant-based beverage of choice, adds an extra 0.75 grams of fiber to the serving.
If you like cinnamon, sprinkling half a teaspoon adds another 0.7 grams bringing this overnight oatmeal to roughly 16 grams of fiber.
Change up your toppings and add-ins anytime, here are a few ideas to get your started: cooked apples and cinnamon, sliced almonds and coconut shreds and peanut butter and banana.
Storage: this recipe is perfect to keep your belly filled, your taste buds happy and your body healthy even during the super busy weekday mornings because overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Prep them on Sunday night for the week ahead!

Serving Suggestions

These Chocolate Raspberry Overnight Oats are especially convenient for busy weekday mornings because they can be eaten directly from the refrigerator with almost no preparation. Serve the oats in the same jar they were chilled in and add fresh raspberries immediately before eating so the berries remain bright and juicy.

A light sprinkle of cinnamon pairs beautifully with the cocoa and adds another layer of flavour without overwhelming the raspberries. The oats can be enjoyed on their own as a simple breakfast or paired with coffee, tea, fresh fruit, or another favourite morning drink.

If preparing several servings for the week, keep each portion in its own sealed jar so breakfast is ready to grab from the refrigerator. The creamy chocolate base and tart raspberries also make this recipe feel a little more indulgent than plain oatmeal while still keeping the preparation straightforward and practical.

Final Thoughts

This Chocolate Raspberry Overnight Oats recipe is a simple example of how make-ahead meals can make everyday routines easier without requiring complicated cooking.

All recipes featured in this episode Inside & Out were improvised by Sylvia Meo. Please note that the following recipes are approximations of what unfolded during the episode. We encourage you to embrace the spirit of experimentation when recreating these dishes and share your results with us. Individual results may vary.

Find more recipes from Gusto TV Studios Presents: Inside Out here!