These overnight oats are filled with classic Black Forest cake flavors.
These fiber-filledBlack Forest Cake-Inspired Overnight Oatstaste like dessert for breakfast.
Almond extract amplifies the cherrys underlying almond notes, and the fiber-filled oats become soft yet slightly chewy.
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Besides adding more cherry flavor, the strained yogurt adds creaminess and protein to these oats.
And the chocolate topping takes them to the next level.
Keep reading for expert tips including how long these oats will keep in the fridge.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours (and up to 4 days).
Top each with a layer of cherries (about 3 tablespoons per jar).
Top with the remaining oat mixture, smoothing into an even layer.
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Spoon the melted chocolate over the jars (about 112 teaspoons each).
Refrigerate, uncovered, until the chocolate is almost fully set, 5 to 10 minutes.
Garnish with sea salt, if desired.
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The oats should be good in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in covered jars.
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