Black Forest Oatmeal (Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal)

Black Forest Oatmeal (aka chocolate cherry oatmeal) recipe combines the richness of old-fashioned oats, the decadence of dark chocolate, and luscious black cherries. Garnish it with some whipped cream, and you will have an unlimited dessert for breakfast.

Hello, folks! How are you doing? I hope you all had a great weekend and you are now ready for a new week.

And if you need something delicious to help you navigate through the week (and particularly, on Monday), this new recipe is what you are looking for. Because it’s not just any oatmeal – it’s oatmeal with dark chocolate and cherries. Black Forest Oatmeal, to be preside.

Black Forest Oatmeal Recipe (Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal)

If you love a classic combination of chocolate and cherries, this recipe will not disappoint you. I mean, ultra-rich and decadent, with a sweetness and freshness of cherries – who can resist? Garnish with some whipped cream and shaved chocolate, and you will have rather a dessert than a breakfast item.

To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredient:

• Old-fashioned (rolled) oats. Old-fashioned oats are a type of oats made by steaming and flattening under a heavy press roller. They take 5-7 minutes to cook on the stovetop, and they have a slightly chewy and more pronounced consistency when cooked.
• Sweet cherries, fresh or frozen. If available where you live, sour cherries will be a great choice, too.
• Dark cocoa powder. I used Dutch-Processed Cocoa that has a dark colour and a prominent, rich aroma. But you can also pick unprocessed, natural cocoa powder. It has a lighter colour and a more acidic, fruity flavour.
• Dark chocolate – just a few squares for an extra indulgent texture.
• Vanilla and cinnamon – optional, but they create a more complex flavour profile.
• Salt – always add a pinch of salt to your oatmeal and desserts, especially containing chocolate. It nicely balances out and accentuates flavours.
• Honey or other sweetener – optional, only if you prefer a sweeter option.
• Whipped cream and shaved dark chocolate – they are optional, but they make the presentation so much more festive. And after all, we are talking about Black Forest Oatmeal!

Also, I typically use water for my oatmeal. But you can use milk (regular or non-dairy). In fact, the flavour and texture will be only richer.

And wanna a fun twist? Consider adding a good splash of cherry or chocolate liquor to the prepared oatmeal for a pleasant subtly boozy finish.

More Black Forest Recipes

Are you a fan of Black Forest cake? Please check out other recipe-inspired creations:

• Black Forest Milkshake
• Black Forest Crêpes (Chocolate Crepes with Cherry Sauce)
• Black Forest Cocktail

More Summer Oatmeal Recipes

And try more summer oatmeal ideas:

• Oatmeal with Blueberry Sauce
• Blueberry Lavender Oatmeal
• Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
• Rose Coconut Cardamom Oatmeal

I hope you like this Black Forest Oatmeal recipe, and you will try it. If you make it, please let me know in the comment section of this post or send me an Instagram message or share your photos by adding the hashtag #havocinthekitchen.

Cheers!

Black Forest Oatmeal

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

Black Forest Oatmeal recipe combines the richness of old-fashioned oats, the decadence of dark chocolate, and luscious black cherries. Garnish it with some whipped cream, and you will have an unlimited dessert for breakfast.

Course: Breakfast, Oatmeal

5.0 from 3 votes

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Servings

2-3

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup (90 g.) old-fashioned (rolled) oats

• 1 1⁄2 to 2  cups (360 to 450 ml.) water water

• 1 cup (155 g.) pitter sweet (black) cherries, cut into few pieces

• 1 tbsp. (15 g.) Dutch-processed cocoa powder

• few squares (25-30 g.) dark or extra dark chocolate, chopped

• a good pinch of salt

• a good pinch of cinnamon

• 1 tsp. (5 ml.) vanilla extract

• 1/2 – 1 tbsp. sweetener of your choice (honey, maple, sugar) – optional, if needed

• 1 tbsp. (15 g.) butter, optional

• whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, fresh cherries – optional, for garnish

Directions

• Add water and salt to a medium pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Once boiling, lower the heat to medium-low and add in the oats, cocoa powder, and cherries. Simmer until thick and creamy, about 4-5 minutes – or longer if prefer a less chewy consistency (you will also need add more water.)
• Stir in the dark chocolate, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Try and add a little sweetener if necessary. If using, add a tablespoon of butter.
• Turn off the heat, cover and let the oatmeal stay for about 5 minutes.
• Fluff the oatmeal with a fork and serve garnished with more chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream if desired. Enjoy!