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Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate!
Ah, yes, this oatmeal recipe is a dream come true for me. In under 10 minutes, you too can create this bowl of epicness to start your day! Yes, this is seriously my definition of dessert for breakfast! If you want to experience an Anadi classic recipe for oatmeal, then you have to try these epic chocolate cookie oats!
Okay, I really love chocolate. I don’t tend to go for “extravagant” desserts like cookies n creme, birthday cake, s’mores. I like simple. Simple classic chocolate. What cake would I like to eat? Chocolate! Ice cream? Chocolate! Cookies? Just some double chocolate cookies please! Mousse? I hope it’s chocolate!
You guys get the idea. I just love it so much! I’m very adventurous when I’m cooking my other meals in the day, but I like to be “safer” for desserts. I know, maybe I should step outside of my comfort zone to gain further knowledge and skills, but my heart and soul almost always goes to chocolate. Can you blame me?
All right, enough on that. The point is that this oatmeal recipe is expressing my true love for chocolate. I do love oatmeal as well, so let’s bring oatmeal to the extreme with loads of chocolate! You can see below I have a wide array of oatmeal recipes, so if you’re looking for other ideas, be sure to check them out!
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How to Make This Epic Chocolate Cookie Oatmeal
Do you want to have the most delicious chocolate cookie oatmeal to start your day? Then this recipe is definitely for you! I threw in some sweet chocolate goodies I had laying around and boy this was an epic breakfast that you should certainly try for all the chocoholics out there! I know these oats were so satisfying to me and I truly enjoyed preparing them! They're so simple to make and the results are amazing. For those of you who love chocolate as much as I do, make this loaded bowl of chocolate and enjoy it for the most exciting start to the day!
These are so simple to prepare! Basically let your mind run wild and get creative! Begin by adding the oats and milk to a pot on medium heat and bring this to a simmer. Then, add the cocoa powder and let the oats cook until you’ve reached the desired consistency. Transfer to a bowl and drizzle on some honey, then add your favorite assortment of cookies and chocolate.
Chocolate and Cookie Suggestions
I used what I had available to me. I had some chocolate coins, which are one of my childhood favorite treats. This was a great recipe to use these for! Also, it was my first time trying these Enjoy Life cookies. These are soft bake chocolate chip cookies that are tiny but extremely delicious! For the vegans out there, these cookies are also vegan! I thought these would be great to add to these oats because they’re tiny and I love the softness. They melted a little bit in the hot oats, which resembled dipping cookies on hot chocolate!
Easy Swaps and Make-Ahead Ideas
This chocolate cookie oatmeal is easy to tweak to whatever you have:
- Melt in a little dark chocolate in place of the cocoa powder for an even richer base.
- No chia seeds? Ground flaxseed or basil seeds (sabja) thicken it just as well.
- Use whatever milk you like, whether dairy, almond, or oat.
- Swap the honey for maple syrup, and stir in a scoop of chocolate protein powder or a spoonful of peanut butter for extra staying power.
- To make it vegan, use plant milk, maple syrup instead of honey, and a splash of coconut cream in place of the dairy cream.
- Make it ahead: cook it, cool it, and keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days, then reheat with a splash of milk or enjoy it cold like overnight oats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes it taste like cookies?▼
It starts as a rich chocolate oatmeal (cocoa cooked into the oats), then gets topped with as much crumbled cookie and chopped chocolate as you like — so every spoonful has that cookies-and-cream, dessert-for-breakfast feel.
What oats and how much milk?▼
Rolled oats, about ⅔ cup to 1⅓ cups of milk, simmered until thick and creamy. Add a splash more milk if it tightens up too much.
What do the chia seeds do?▼
A couple of teaspoons of chia thicken the oats into a creamy, pudding-like texture and add a little fiber to balance out the indulgent toppings.
How do I make it extra indulgent?▼
Finish the warm oats with a splash of cream and a drizzle of honey, then pile on your favorite cookies and chocolate. It's meant to be a treat, so go as decadent as you like.
Can I make this chocolate cookie oatmeal vegan?▼
Yes. Use a plant-based milk, swap the honey for maple syrup, and use coconut cream instead of dairy cream. Reach for dairy-free chocolate and cookies to top it off.
Can I make it ahead of time?▼
Absolutely. Cook the oatmeal, let it cool, and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days. Reheat with a splash of milk, or eat it cold like overnight oats.
Tips for the Best Chocolate Cookie Oatmeal
This is a rich chocolate oatmeal base built for piling on cookies. Cook the rolled oats and milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until it comes up to a simmer, then stir in the cocoa powder, adding a splash more milk if it gets too thick. Mix in the vanilla and chia seeds and cook until thick and creamy — the chia helps the oatmeal set into a richer, almost pudding-like texture. Take it off the heat and serve warm with a splash of cream and a drizzle of honey, then top with as many crushed cookies and chocolate chunks as you like.
Toppings and Mix-Ins for Chocolate Oatmeal
Half the fun of this bowl is piling it high. A few of my favorites:
- Fresh fruit: sliced strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or a handful of mixed berries, plus banana slices — and even chopped apple or pear if that's what's in the bowl.
- Crunch: walnuts, pecans, cashews or peanuts add texture and healthy fats against the creamy oatmeal.
- Flavor boosts: a pinch of cinnamon and a small pinch of salt both make the chocolate taste deeper and richer, and a swirl of nut butter melts right in.
- More chocolate: extra chocolate chunks or chips on top never go amiss on chocolate oats.
Choosing Your Oats and Milk (Plus a Nutrition Note)
A few notes to make this creamy oatmeal exactly how you like it:
- Oats: rolled oats are my go-to, but quick-cooking oats make an even faster bowl, and steel cut oats give a chewier texture — they just need a longer simmer with an extra splash of milk.
- Milk: any milk works — dairy, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, cashew milk or coconut milk. With certified gluten-free oats and a plant milk, this bowl is easily gluten-free and dairy-free.
- Sweetener: I finish mine with honey, but maple syrup, brown sugar or coconut sugar all work; using unsweetened cocoa powder lets you control exactly how sweet it gets.
- Method and nutrition: cook the oats on the stove in a small pot or pan over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, adding an extra splash of milk to loosen (a microwave in short bursts works too). Nutritionally you get fiber from the oats, healthy fats from the chia and any nuts, and minerals from the cocoa — a satisfying start to the day.
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
Indulge in Chocolate Cookie Oatmeal, a rich, creamy stovetop breakfast that feels like dessert but keeps you fueled. Quick, easy, and satisfyingly decadent to start your day right.
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1 min
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7 min
Cook
8 min
Total
2
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easy
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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 mix 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 mix 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.
Add vanilla and chia seeds and mix well to combine. Once oatmeal has reached a thick, creamy consistency take oatmeal off the heat.
- 4
Serve oatmeal warm with a splash of cream, honey and as much or as little cookie or chocolatey treats as desired.
Serve oatmeal warm with a splash of cream, honey and as much or as little cookie or chocolatey treats as desired.
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Recipe history
- April 16, 2026 — Reworked and refreshed for the 2026 relaunch — new photography, restructured and standardized ingredients & instructions.
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