Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Regina Breakfast Show

Cocoa Overnight Oats

Oat Ratios (per 1 cup oats):

• Rolled Oats: 2 to 2¼ cups liquid
• Quick Oats: 1½ to 1¾ cups liquid

(Use rolled oats for a heartier texture or quick oats for a smoother, creamier result.)

Ingredients (Serves 2):

• 1 cup oats (rolled or quick)
• 2 cups milk (adjust per ratio above; dairy or non-dairy)
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder 
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (added before serving)
• Fresh berries, for topping
  
  
  
• Method:
  1. In a mason jar or container with a lid, combine milk, cocoa powder, and sweetener. Shake well until smooth.
  2. Add oats, chia seeds, and flaxseed. Stir to combine evenly.
  3. Cover and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
  4. In the morning, stir in Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
  5. Top with fresh berries or a spoonful of the berry sauce.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bread Pudding with Maple Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients:

• 4 cups day-old bread, roughly torn
• 2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal
• 2 cups milk
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup brown sugar

Method:

1. Combine the milk and cereal in a bowl and let soak for 5 minutes to infuse the milk with flavour.
2. Add the soaked cereal and milk mixture to the torn bread.
3. With gloved hands, gently mix and squeeze the bread to fully saturate it.
4. Whisk together eggs, cream, vanilla, and brown sugar, then pour over the bread mixture. Stir until evenly combined.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased foil pan or baking dish.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the centre is set.

Maple Cream Cheese Icing:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• ½ cup icing sugar

Method:

1. Whisk or beat all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Spread or drizzle over warm bread pudding before serving.

To Rescue Under-Ripe Berries:

• Sprinkle lightly with sugar and a squeeze of lemon or orange juice.
• Let them sit for 10–15 minutes to macerate and develop sweetness.

To Save Soft or Over-Ripe Berries (Berry Sauce):

• 2 cups soft berries
• 2 tbsp water
• 1–2 tbsp sugar or honey

Method:

1. Combine ingredients in a small saucepan.
2. Simmer over medium heat for 5–10 minutes, until the berries break down into a sauce.
3. Cool slightly and use as a topping for overnight oats, yogurt, or pancakes.

Finishing Touch:

• Add a quick chiffonade of fresh mint and basil.
• Finish with lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.