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Hot chocolate oatmeal warm breakfast

Hot Chocolate Oatmeal Warm Breakfast

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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. Combine milk and water in a medium saucepan; bring to a gentle simmer over medium.
  2. Stir in oats; reduce heat to medium-low and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add cocoa, sugar, maple syrup, and salt; whisk to combine without cocoa lumps.
  4. Cook another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, to desired thickness.
  5. Off heat, stir in vanilla and chips, which melt slightly for extra creaminess.
  6. Rest 2 minutes to thicken.
  7. Divide into bowls; top each generously with marshmallows and optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
  8. Serve immediately while hot; thin with a splash of warm milk if too thick.