Chocolate Berry Overnight Skyr Oats
A rich chocolate-infused overnight oat jar layered with creamy Icelandic skyr and sweet mixed berries. This convenient, no-cook breakfast is packed with satisfying protein and fiber to kickstart your morning.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
250 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Maureen + Lila
Maureen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Prep
10 min
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Total
250 min
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together the rolled oats
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Whisk together the rolled oats
In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, cocoa powder, chia seed, unsweetened almond milk, and maple syrup until no cocoa clumps remain.
Look for: no cocoa clumps remain
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Spoon half of the chocolate oat mixture…
Spoon half of the chocolate oat mixture into a 16 oz (470ml) jar.
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Layer half of the vanilla skyr over…
Layer half of the vanilla skyr over the oats, followed by half of the mixed berry and half of the dark chocolate morsel.
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Repeat the layers with the remaining chocolate…
Repeat the layers with the remaining chocolate oat mixture, vanilla skyr, mixed berry, and dark chocolate morsel.
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Seal the jar with its lid and…
Seal the jar with its lid and place it in the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
Allow: 4 hours
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Enjoy chilled straight from the fridge
Enjoy chilled straight from the fridge. Consume within 3 days for the best texture.
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