The wonderful citrus combo of orange and chocolate comes together with buckwheat to make a delicious healthy breakfast. Gluten-free, vegan, and full of healthy protein goodness, this orange chocolate chia buckwheat cereal is sure to give you a good morning!
I was going to post some pancakes today, but I decided to post some buckwheat cereal! I have forgotten about this little breakfast grain and haven't had it in months! O, my love for Bob's Red Mill creamy buckwheat cereal
is about to be reignited again (like today, I'm probably eating it right now!). This combo was made on a whim, when I realized I had never used my bottle of orange stevia I had in the cabinet. What better way to use the sweet flavor, than in something for breakfast!
And really, let's be honest, I rarely make a breakfast that doesn't involve chocolate. The word on the street was orange goes rather well with chocolate too, so this seemed like a fitting idea. I also wanted to make this super "creamy" so to speak, and with the addition of the mighty chia seed, I got the exact consistency I wanted. This creamy buckwheat cereal is already just that...creamy. But the chia seeds make it extra "thick" and lovely!
I like my oatmeals, buckwheat cereals, quinoa flakes, all the hot cereals, very thick. But when I make overnight oats, I always add tons of liquid! I like those extra soupy. I love the flavor the cocoa powder gives the liquid and like to "drink" it out of the jar once I eat all the oats! Haha! I guess because it's a "cold" cereal and not one of the hot creamy ones. Regardless, I love them all just prefer certain textures and consistencies in each! I have them all down to a science now. From the amounts of liquid, to the time in the microwave. (I had multiple spill overs last week with my oats though....I may be losing my touch....actually, I just wasn't watching like a hawk).
Orange Chocolate Chia Buckwheat Cereal
Ingredients: (serves 1)
+ ¼ Cup Bob's Red Mill Creamy Buckwheat Cereal(dry)
+ 1 TB Chia Seeds
+ 2 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
+ 6 Drops Orange Stevia
+ 2 TB Fresh Orange Juice (roll your citrus before squeezing for juice, it's much easier!)
+ Zest from Half an Orange
+ ¾ Cup + 2 TB Water
Directions:
+ In a large microwave safe bowl, combine the buckwheat cereal, chia seeds, and cocoa powder and give it all a stir. Next, add the rest of the ingredients (saving some orange zest for topping and the 2 tablespoons of water).
+ Cover the bowl with a napkin and microwave on high for 90 seconds. Stir, re-cover, and microwave on high for another 90 seconds.
+ Carefully remove the very hot bowl, stir in the 2 tablespoons of water, top with more orange zest and maybe even on orange wedge for fun 😉
I kinda want to eat the screen right now as I'm typing this up Sunday afternoon 😉 I think I need some chocolate! Anyway, I hope this BRIGHT orange and chocolate creamy goodness BRIGHTENS your Monday! And for those awesome beasts out there running Boston today, I am wishing you the best of luck and sending so much love! Each and every one of you will be rocking it, I'm sure! Show everyone every where just how strong, resilient, and beautiful we runners are!
So tell me:
+ Are you a thick and creamy or soupy hot cereal person? My mom and brother like watery oatmeal...so gross! I've always had to have mine thick!
+ What's your favorite stevia flavor? I've got to say NOW Foods coconut stevia
is heaven on earth! I went through that bottle a little to quickly and need more!
*Recipe linking up for the week! Allergy Free Wednesdays, #RecipeFridays, #RecipeOfTheWeek, #StrangeButGood, Gluten-Free Wednesdays, Real Food Friday, Gluten-Free Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Savoring Saturdays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, Real Food Recipe Roundup, Tasty Tuesdays, Meatless Mondays, Lena’s Tasty Tuesdays!*
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Raia
Oh, I LOVE buckwheat anything! Definitely featuring this at Savoring Saturdays this weekend. 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us, Rebecca!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Dana Bigman
This sounds delicious--love the chocolate/orange combo!--but unfortunately can't eat buckwheat (I follow the Blood Type Diet and it's a no-no for Type Bs). Can another grain be substituted? I'm thinking oats or quinoa.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is a buckwheat recipe.
Must Love Home
Hi there Friend, you are so creative! Thank you for joining in at the Friday Favorites Link Party! I hope to see you there this week:) Christine -Must Love Home
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Sridevi Ravi
Beautiful pictures and a lovely cereal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
kimmythevegan
OMG! This sounds so good. And the pictures are amazing! Wow - just gorgeous. I could totally just eat it right off of my computer screen.
I can't believe I've never even heard of Bob’s Red Mill Creamy Buckwheat Cereal. I'm going to try this with just soaked buckwheat groats, but I will definitely track down this cereal. It sounds awesome!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! This kind is so much easier to make! Just like quick oatmeal! Thank you so much!
kimmythevegan
ps. this is being featured at Healthy Vegan Fridays this week =D I have pinned this to the HVF board too!
Krysta @ KrystaSteen.com
Pinning to try! Thanks for linking up to Tips & Tricks - hope to see you again this week!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Diane
Thank you Rebecca for linking up this awesome chocolatey orange breakfast deliciousness! This looks so great I want to eat it right now!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Elise @frugalfarmwife.com
Looks delicious!
Thanks for sharing at Waste Not Want Not Wednesday!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Stephanie
Looks delicious! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank!
Elizabeth
Chocolate for breakfast is always a good idea. I especially love chocolate and orange together!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O it is 😉 An essential for me!
Kristen
I am always looking for new Buckwheat recipes! This looks like one my family would really enjoy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's great! Thanks Kristen!
jenna @ just j.faye
Yum! This looks delicious. I've never had buckwheat cereal, but I'm sure I would absolutely love it if I tried it, especially when mixed with oranges and chocolate.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a lovely swap from the usual oatmeal!
pam (Sidewalk Shoes)
I love orange and chocolate - and love the idea of having it for breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a great thing to wake up to 😉
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen
This looks delicious! I'm eating some overnight chia oats right now, but your version looks awesome!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Next time then 😉
Effie
It can be difficult taking great photos of buckwheat and chia, but you have done so! And you had me at chocolate-orange as I love jaffa flavoured foods. Thanks for bringing these to FF#65.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you! That's so sweet!
Margy@lapetitecasserole.com
Love these flavours mixed together!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Thank you!
Bobi
My daughter has Celiac disease too. I'm glad I found your blog. I love the pretty color scheme.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Life Diet Health
So that's what to do with the buckwheat! 🙂 We love chocolate and orange in our house and this looks like a great breakfast...snack...dessert... 🙂 Thank you for bringing it to Fiesta Friday party.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You can do everything with buckwheat! But this cereal cut it amazing for breakfast!
lili
Looks great! Tasty and healthy! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yup! Thanks!
Lori
This looks so good....i wish i could get over the texture of softened chia seeds!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You don't notice them, they blend in super well with the buckwheat!
Marla
Hi Rebecca,
Sounds so tasty and healthy - what a perfect breakfast - love the idea of the chocolate and orange flavor together. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you so much Marla!
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook
Yay! Another chocolate and orange combo. I haven't had buckwheat cereals for breakfast. This looks really great. Thanks for linking to Fiesta Friday #65. Have fun at the party. xx
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I see you're a fan 😉 Gotta try some of this buckwheat! It's so yummy for the mornings!
Audrey @ Unconventional Baker
Um, DEFINITELY thick and creamy!
And, I'm pretty sure I NEED this cereal right now -- waiting in the airport with no food and this is looking extra delicious 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This would be perfect fuel and comfort then!!!! Safe travels! XOXO
Deborah Davis
Hi Rebecca,
Thank you for sharing your healthy and delicious Orange Chocolate Chia Buckwheat Cereal recipe with us at the Healthy, Happy, Green and Natural Party Blog Hop! I’m pinning and sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Deb!
Rachel
I'm not a huge fan of hot cereal (usually too many carbs for me) but when I occasionally have oatmeal, I like it with cinnamon. The chocolate/orange combination is a winner with anything though.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is not a "heavy" feeling dish! Haha! Give it a try!
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins
Oh wow, what a delicious breakfast! I love chocolate and orange x #TastyTuesdays
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you so much Kristy!
Nóri | ingeniouscooking.com
Hi Rebecca,
I just had buckwheat for breakfast yesterday and found it very satisfying and comforting. I also love orange&chocolate together, so I sure will give this combo a try! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It IS such a comforting porridge grain! Love it! Thank you!
Chaitali
I love the chocolate and orange combo! I've actually never tried buckwheat. It sounds like something else I should add to my list of things to try 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a beautiful grain!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
Woa - what an intriguing combo! LOVE this! Healthy and super tasty!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
For sure! Thanks friend!
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits
Oh, YUM! Anything orange and chocolate gets an A in my book! What a fun way to start off your day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally, thanks Lisa!
Rachel @ Athletic Avocado
Orange and chocolate is such an amazing combination! This looks lovely!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Rachel!
eat good 4 life
The breakfast of champions. Totally up my alley!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, it so is!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
classic flavor combo!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That's why I finally had to try it!
Melanie @ Nutritious Eats
Chocolate and orange are one of my favorite combos!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I need to make the combo more!
Jess @hellotofit
Great flavors!! Looks delish 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Jess!
Georgie
I feel ya - I'm a thick oatmeal kinda gal. These looks delightful. Who doesn't love an excuse to eat a little chocolate for breakfast.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Who needs an excuse!? I have chocolate in some form in the morning every day!
BlocNotes Lifestyle
II love chocolate with orange and I want to try your cereal recipe!
Barbara
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts
I can't eat buckwheat, but this sure looks like a bright and nutritious way to start one's day! 🙂
Shirley
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O no 🙁 Why not?
Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts
I have a number of other sensitivities/intolerances. Buckwheat, chia seeds, sorghum (can do small amounts occasionally), Expandex, and more. Weird, but reality. 😉
Farrah
Urgh, watery oatmeal. I definitely love thick + creamy oatmeal! 😀 (I've never tried stevia--I need to try that + buckwheat!) This looks all sorts of delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Watery oatmeal is like a sin! Haha!
....I'm sure you've had stevia, haha!
Ali the Skinny GF Chef
Rebecca, this is crazy and fabulous! I have all the ingredients and might make it for a late night snack tonight. How fun! Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Do it!!!! Let me know! XOXO
Gwen @SimplyHealthyFamily
Winner combo!! My kids will never know it's healthy 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O they so won't 😉 But they WILL love it!
Amanda Paa
i have tried buckwheat in the morning, but i can imagine this porridge is wonderful. I personally like mine really creamy, and i love adding coconut milk as the liquid. have a great week!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Coconut milk IS so great for creaminess!
Paige @ Your Trainer Paige
I could take a bit out of my screen right now, too! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, same here 😉
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious
Orange and chocolate is such a yummy combo, but I would never think to make it for breakfast! What a decadent idea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Why not!? Fruit and the lovely chocolate....which must always be included in my breakfasts!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious
Agreed! Just never did it - except for weekend chocolate chip pancakes or challah french toast of course 😉
Olivia Schwab
These look incredible!! I'm for sure going to have to try this!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Thank you, please do 🙂
Miranda @ Miranda Writes Blog
I've never had orange and chocolate together but I'm so intrigued by it! As far as the cereal debate, I like it pretty much any way. I'm a total cereal girl!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We're talkin' hot cereals though. You've got to have a preference! Soupy or thick oatmeal?
The Healthy Apple
This looks amazing. I'm always looking for breakfast ideas that can double as dessert, too. So fun for spring!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
My breakfasts always "look" like dessert 😉 No shame in healthy food!
Melissa @ vegan does it
I'm a thick 'n creamy oatmeal kinda girl too. This looks perfect!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Melissa!
Sarah
Chocolate and orange is such a fresh combination!! It is like bringing sunshine to chocolate and the perfect way to start the week!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea! Chocolate is so "dark", so to brighten it up BAM, add orange! Hahaha 😉
Casey @ Casey the College Celiac
I always use chia seeds in my oatmeal because I always want mine suuuuuuper thick! Thick and creamy means super dreamy! 😀
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, yes! It is the BESTTTT way 😉
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl
I have always heard that the orange/chocolate combo is delicious, but I haven't tried it yet. I need to change that!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes, yes you should 😉
Michele @ paleorunningmomma
Love the orange/chocolate combo too! I have banana and orange sliced with dark chocolate before bed really often. My husband likes his oatmeal so thick it's ridiculous! It looks like dough the way he eats it 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Chocolate complements EVERYTHING! Yum!
And Yes!!!!!! Dough-like oatmeal! The best 😉 He knows his oats!
Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit
Umm thick and creamy, duh! This looks ultra thick though...and I love it for that 😀
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Just the way it should be 😉
Kelly
This looks good, Rebecca. I haven't had much of chia seeds, but I know they're good for you. Thanks for the idea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They ARE good for you! Give them a try! They really are amazing for creaminess and texture!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner
ooh interesting combo! I still have never tried chia seeds-crazy huh? Thanks for linking up with us today for meatless Monday-have a great day
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That is crazy!
Christine Gallagher
This looks great i am pinning for later, I love chocolate and orange
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Christine!