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Hot Chocolate Oatmeal Warm Breakfast

Who says you can't have dessert for breakfast? This hot chocolate oatmeal is like a warm hug in a bowl—creamy, chocolatey, and totally kid-approved. It's secretly healthy too, so you can feel good about serving it on those mornings when everyone needs a little extra comfort and warmth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3½ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • Mini marshmallows for topping
  • Whipped cream for topping optional
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the oats and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the cocoa powder, brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt. Whisk well to combine and ensure no cocoa lumps remain.
  4. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until oatmeal reaches your desired thickness.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and mini chocolate chips. The chocolate chips will melt slightly, making it extra creamy and chocolatey.
  6. Let the oatmeal rest for 2 minutes to thicken up a bit more.
  7. Divide into bowls and top each serving with a generous handful of mini marshmallows. Add a dollop of whipped cream and chocolate shavings if you're feeling extra indulgent.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and watch it disappear! Pro tip: if the oatmeal gets too thick, just stir in a splash of warm milk to loosen it up.