Warm Cacao Breakfast Bowl (Printable Version)

Creamy warm oats blended with cacao, topped with banana, nuts, and seeds for a nourishing morning start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

08 - 1 small banana, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts)
10 - 1 tablespoon cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
11 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
13 - Fresh berries (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - In a medium saucepan, mix oats, almond milk, cacao powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract.
02 - Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat while stirring frequently. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until creamy and thickened.
03 - Taste and modify sweetness if desired.
04 - Divide the warm cacao oats evenly into two serving bowls.
05 - Top each bowl with banana slices, nuts, cacao nibs or chocolate shavings, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, and fresh berries as preferred.
06 - Serve immediately while warm for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, chocolatey warmth that satisfies cravings without the guilt of actual dessert for breakfast.
  • Ready in twenty minutes, which means you can actually sit down and enjoy it instead of rushing out the door.
  • Every topping is optional, so it adapts to whatever's in your pantry or your mood that morning.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the cinnamon and salt—they're the secret reason the chocolate tastes so much richer than it should.
  • If your cacao powder lumps when it hits the cold milk, sift it through a fine strainer or whisk it smooth with a splash of milk before adding it to the pot.
03 -
  • Sift your cacao powder into the cold milk first, whisk until smooth, then add to the saucepan—this prevents lumps every single time.
  • Make a double batch and portion it into mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts; reheat gently with a bit of extra milk and it's like fresh again.

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