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Oatmeal is such a wonderful breakfast in so many ways! You can have it hot or cold or even baked. The possibilities for oatmeal is simply endless! You can add whatever mix-ins you like, you can adapt them based on your mood and tastes. You can have an entirely different breakfast every morning even though you’d still be eating oatmeal! That’s very cool to me and I love playing around with oatmeal ideas. I like how you can make them healthy and a treat at the same time. I’d say this double chocolate hazelnut oats recipe will definitely do the trick!
Why Try Double Chocolate Hazelnut Oatmeal?
Looking for a chocolaty start to your day? This hearty chocolate hazelnut oatmeal bowl is all chocolate, absolutely perfect to satisfy your sweet tooth! Made over the stove, these oats are warm and comforting for those cold winter days. These oats are double chocolate because we’ve got cocoa powder that’s cooked with the oats and milk, and we’re going to top the oatmeal off with your favorite chocolate hazelnut spread. I think a good chocolate hazelnut spread, particularly Nutella, is just a pleasure for everyone! I really can’t resist eating some with a spoon when I’ve got a fresh jar. It’s just too amazing to resist!
You can even make these oats triple chocolate if you add a scoop of chocolate protein powder! This will not only boost the protein content of your oatmeal, but it will add even more chocolate goodness for all the chocoholics out there, and I find that the protein powder makes oats even creamier. If you love creamy oats and want that extra nutritional boost, definitely incorporate some chocolate protein powder into this recipe!
We’re also going to be topping the oats with some chia seeds. Chia seeds will also boost the nutritional content of the oats because they’re rich in fiber and a good source of Omega-3’s. I think they add some extra texture on top and they’re quite tasty!
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Ingredients for This Nutella Oatmeal Recipe
Just a few simple ingredients are what you’ll need for some delicious oats that will give you a Ferrero Rocher experience this morning! Let’s go over what we’ll need.
- Rolled oats
- Milk
- Cocoa powder
- Chia seeds
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Chocolate protein powder (this will make the oats even more chocolaty and more thick!)
For topping
- Chocolate hazelnut spread
- Hazelnuts, chopped
How to Make These Decadent Oats
All right, let’s get cooking! To get the hot chocolate flavors in an oatmeal, we’re first going to add the oats and milk to a pot and bring that to a simmer. Stir every 30 seconds or so to make sure the milk doesn’t get stuck to the pan.
As I usually do with my oats, I use dairy milk. You can use whatever milk you like, but you may not get the creaminess of a traditional chocolate. In that case, adjust the amount of milk and sweetness to achieve that classic hot cocoa feel to suit your dietary preferences.
Then, you’ll add your cocoa powder, vanilla extract and Nutella and stir well. Once you’ve achieved the texture you’re looking for, take the oats off the heat. If you’re adding protein powder, whisk it in now (make sure to do this off the heat).
Otherwise, transfer the oats to a bowl and top with hazelnuts and Nutella, or your choice of chocolate hazelnut spread. Enjoy some hot cocoa in oatmeal on a chilly winter morning or whenever you feel like it!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it 'double' chocolate?▼
You get chocolate two ways: cocoa powder cooked right into the oats, and a swirl of Nutella melting on top. Chopped hazelnuts finish it off for that classic chocolate-hazelnut flavor.
Can I add protein powder?▼
Yes — an optional scoop of chocolate protein powder makes the oats even more chocolatey and thicker. Whisk it in once the oats are off the heat so it blends smooth instead of going lumpy.
What oats and how much milk?▼
Rolled oats are ideal here — about ⅔ cup of oats to 1⅓ cups of milk, simmered until thick and creamy. Add an extra splash of milk if it tightens up too much.
What do the chia seeds do?▼
A couple of teaspoons of chia seeds thicken the oats to a creamy, pudding-like texture and add a little fiber and staying power to keep you full through the morning.
Let me know what you think of this recipe in the comments! If you’ve tried this recipe, be sure to post it on social media and tag it with #cookingwithanadi and mention me @cooking.with.anadi. Thank you!
Recipe by Anadi Misra
Double the chocolate, double the comfort. This creamy chocolate hazelnut oatmeal is a rich, satisfying breakfast that comes together easily on the stovetop in minutes.
Stovetop
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1 min
Prep
7 min
Cook
8 min
Total
2
bowls
easy
Level
Ingredients
Ingredients
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For topping
- (8 g) Nutella · make your ownShop →
- (4 g) hazelnuts(chopped)Shop →
Instructions
- 1
Place a saucepan on medium heat and add the oats and milk.
Place a saucepan on medium heat and add the oats and milk.
- 2
Continuously stir the mixture until the milk comes up to a simmer. Add in the cocoa powder and stir well to bring the mixture together, adding more milk if necessary to maintain consistency.
Continuously stir the mixture until the milk comes up to a simmer. Add in the cocoa powder and stir well to bring the mixture together, adding more milk if necessary to maintain consistency.
- 3
Add vanilla and chia seeds and mix well to combine. Once oatmeal has reached a thick, creamy consistency, take oatmeal off the heat. Carefully mix in the protein (if using), being careful not to leave any lumps.
Add vanilla and chia seeds and mix well to combine. Once oatmeal has reached a thick, creamy consistency, take oatmeal off the heat. Carefully mix in the protein (if using), being careful not to leave any lumps.
- 4
Serve oatmeal warm topped with Nutella and chopped hazelnuts.
Serve oatmeal warm topped with Nutella and chopped hazelnuts.
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Tested & written in Anadi’s kitchen
Recipe history
- April 16, 2026 — Reworked and refreshed for the 2026 relaunch — new photography, restructured and standardized ingredients & instructions.
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