I’m back to school and meals these days are on the go and quick. Sadly I had to say goodbye to summer leisure cooking time and start prepping my meals prior to eating them. That doesn’t mean I say goodbye to eating my favorites foods and balanced and wholesome. No siree.
Lately I’ve been making overnight oats to eat after my morning workout for a quick and nutritious breakfast. Instead of having the normal and boring overnight oats, I combined a few of my favorites ingredients into a tasty creation…. Chocolate Zucchini Cake Batter Overnight Oats.
Chocolate AND a vegetable serving for breakfast? You bet ya, who said you couldn’t?!? 
Chocolate Zucchini Cake Batter Oats
Vegan, soy and gluten- free (if you use gluten- free oats!)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1.5 T chia seeds
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (optional, but adds nice protein kick!)
- 1 T cocoa powder*
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp chili powder (optional- gives nice spicy kick)
- 1 t maca powder (optional)
- Stevia, to taste
- 1 banana, divided
- 3/4 cup grated zucchini
- 1.5 cups milk (I used unsweetened almond)
- Toppings: Coconut Butter, fresh fruit, flax, peanut or almond butter, raisins, etc!
1. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2. Add half a sliced banana, milk and grated zucchini and combine well.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least an hour.
4. Enjoy topped with your favorite toppings– I rolled with melty coconut butter, more banana and cinnamon!
* If using chocolate protein powder, reduce cocoa powder to 1/2 T instead of the whole tablespoon.
Who knew chocolate, zucchini and coconut went so well together? My brain, obviously and it was indeed right, too!
Definitely recommend giving this delicious breakfast concoction a shot– not only is it ready for you already in the morning, but its a spin on the usual morning oatmeal or cereal. Packed with nutrition, protein, and flavor, this cold oatmeal with stick to your ribs all through the morning!
Chocolate and zucchini shy? Try it before you judge it, you may just be surprised how well the two go together
Off to dinner and a movie with a friend; it’s my Friday!
XOXO
{ 17 comments… read them below or add one }
Chocolate and zucchini shy? Certainly not me. I’ve been waiting for zucchini season – that time when the neighbours bring their glut of zucchini to me. Last nights concoction? Vegan, gluten free double chocolate zucchini cake. And yes, I had a piece for breakfast.
Recipe, please? Sounds right up my alley as far as cakes
I LOVE putting zucchini in my oatmeal. One of my favourite combinations is zucchini-pumpkin bread overnight oats. Veggies first thing in the morning = win!
Yum- I may just have to steal that combination! You got me inspired, thanks for that
And yes, veggies in the morning are a usual must for me
I am so going to be trying this, looks amazing! I agree with Teniesha – veggies in the morning are wonderful!
Let me know how you like it- I’m sure you’ll love it just as much as I do since you’re an avid morning veggie lover like me
Chocolate shy? Nooooo. Never. Zucchini shy? Yes. Big time. Maybe I’m a little bit biased because of all the bad experiences I’ve had with zucchini, but it’s on my list of veggies that I can’t stand (along with eggplant). I suppose I should give it another shot, but… lol not yet. I’m not quite over the bad experiences. But I’m really curious about vegan overnight oats. I’ve always made mine with yogurt and milk, and while they’re okay, I wasn’t a huge fan. I wonder if I’ll like the non-yogurt kind better…
Hi, I have been following your blog for a while, and just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy reading it:) Oh, and I had the chocolate-zucchini oatmeal this morning and it was delicious!! Thank you for creating a recipe that give people the chance to eat fruits and veggies at breakfast:)
OMG that looks amazing!!! ive been eating overnight oats too, because i dont have much time either in the mornings (school). I’m not shy of chocolate orr zucchini! they are both so tasty to me
picking up zucchini’s at the farmers market tomorrow. looking forward to trying it. pretty much anything smothered with chocolate agrees with me.
I’ve been wanting to try zucchini in overnight oats since I made my zucchini bread oats a few weeks ago. I’ve actually been on quite the OO’s kick this week so I can’t believe I forgot about trying that! I’ve never actually made them without yogurt or cottage cheese…definitely curious to try the difference with a vegan approach. Chocolate and zucchini shy? No way! Love the combo!
And isn’t melty coconut butter over cold overnight oats the best? I love how it taste like bits of white fudge in the bowl!
Knowing your tastes, I think you’d really enjoy the vegan zucchini overnight oats version– just don’t forget to add the chia seeds or else the liquid won’t be absorbed
I went a little heavy- handed on the grated zucchini so mine were very think and chewy 
Shocked we didn’t try out the combo when you were visiting– oh well.
Coconut magic shell is the BEST white fudge. Ever.
I love overnight oats and your chocolate zucchini combination looks super yummy.
I’ve tried carrot overnight oats before but never zucchini. I guess I should give it a try, especially if there’s chocolate involved. 
I just wanted to comment on how much I enjoy your blog. Your dishes always look so beautiful and your recipes are so creative!
Aw, thanks Stephanie. And thank you for stepping aside from shyness and commenting- I really appreciate it and hope to hear your voice more on my blog
As for the zucchini overnight oats- I think you’ll love um’ if you liked the carrot version. Chocolates always an incentive to give them a try, no?
I’ve definitely done a zucchini smoothie, but this I must try. Great idea!
Thanks, Gena! It definitely was delicious and all the zucchini- chocolate craze inspired me to whip up this creation. Let me know how you enjoy it if you end up giving it a try
Hey, I just made this after I read it at 9pm on a friday night because I wanted it for saturday morning breakfast! I love reading your blog and trying your fun, creative, recipes. I am not vegetarian but gluten free and so many of your creations work for me! Keep posting!