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
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)
+ 1/4 Cup Bob’s Red Mill Creamy Buckwheat Cereal
+ 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
+ 3/4 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
*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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Oh, I LOVE buckwheat anything! Definitely featuring this at Savoring Saturdays this weekend. 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us, Rebecca!
Thank you!
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.
This is a buckwheat recipe.
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Beautiful pictures and a lovely cereal!
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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!
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Yes! This kind is so much easier to make! Just like quick oatmeal! Thank you so much!
ps. this is being featured at Healthy Vegan Fridays this week =D I have pinned this to the HVF board too!
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Pinning to try! Thanks for linking up to Tips & Tricks – hope to see you again this week!!
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Thank you Rebecca for linking up this awesome chocolatey orange breakfast deliciousness! This looks so great I want to eat it right now!
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Looks delicious!
Thanks for sharing at Waste Not Want Not Wednesday!
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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!
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Chocolate for breakfast is always a good idea. I especially love chocolate and orange together!
O it is 😉 An essential for me!
I am always looking for new Buckwheat recipes! This looks like one my family would really enjoy!
It’s great! Thanks Kristen!
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.
It’s a lovely swap from the usual oatmeal!
I love orange and chocolate – and love the idea of having it for breakfast!
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It’s a great thing to wake up to 😉
This looks delicious! I’m eating some overnight chia oats right now, but your version looks awesome!
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Next time then 😉
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.
Haha, thank you! That’s so sweet!
Love these flavours mixed together!
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My daughter has Celiac disease too. I’m glad I found your blog. I love the pretty color scheme.
Thank you!
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.
You can do everything with buckwheat! But this cereal cut it amazing for breakfast!
Looks great! Tasty and healthy! 🙂
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This looks so good….i wish i could get over the texture of softened chia seeds!
You don’t notice them, they blend in super well with the buckwheat!
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.
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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
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I see you’re a fan 😉 Gotta try some of this buckwheat! It’s so yummy for the mornings!
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 🙂
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This would be perfect fuel and comfort then!!!! Safe travels! XOXO
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!
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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.
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This is not a “heavy” feeling dish! Haha! Give it a try!
Oh wow, what a delicious breakfast! I love chocolate and orange x #TastyTuesdays
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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! 🙂
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It IS such a comforting porridge grain! Love it! Thank you!
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 🙂
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It’s a beautiful grain!
Woa – what an intriguing combo! LOVE this! Healthy and super tasty!
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For sure! Thanks friend!
Oh, YUM! Anything orange and chocolate gets an A in my book! What a fun way to start off your day!
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Orange and chocolate is such an amazing combination! This looks lovely!
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The breakfast of champions. Totally up my alley!
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Haha, it so is!
classic flavor combo!
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That’s why I finally had to try it!
Chocolate and orange are one of my favorite combos!
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I need to make the combo more!
Great flavors!! Looks delish 🙂
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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.
Who needs an excuse!? I have chocolate in some form in the morning every day!
II love chocolate with orange and I want to try your cereal recipe!
Barbara
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I can’t eat buckwheat, but this sure looks like a bright and nutritious way to start one’s day! 🙂
Shirley
O no 🙁 Why not?
I have a number of other sensitivities/intolerances. Buckwheat, chia seeds, sorghum (can do small amounts occasionally), Expandex, and more. Weird, but reality. 😉
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!
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Watery oatmeal is like a sin! Haha!
….I’m sure you’ve had stevia, haha!
Rebecca, this is crazy and fabulous! I have all the ingredients and might make it for a late night snack tonight. How fun! Thanks!
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Winner combo!! My kids will never know it’s healthy 😉
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O they so won’t 😉 But they WILL love it!
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!
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I could take a bit out of my screen right now, too! 🙂
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Haha, same here 😉
Orange and chocolate is such a yummy combo, but I would never think to make it for breakfast! What a decadent idea!
Why not!? Fruit and the lovely chocolate….which must always be included in my breakfasts!
Agreed! Just never did it – except for weekend chocolate chip pancakes or challah french toast of course 😉
These look incredible!! I’m for sure going to have to try this!!
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Yes! Thank you, please do 🙂
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!
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We’re talkin’ hot cereals though. You’ve got to have a preference! Soupy or thick oatmeal?
This looks amazing. I’m always looking for breakfast ideas that can double as dessert, too. So fun for spring!
My breakfasts always “look” like dessert 😉 No shame in healthy food!
I’m a thick ‘n creamy oatmeal kinda girl too. This looks perfect!
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Chocolate and orange is such a fresh combination!! It is like bringing sunshine to chocolate and the perfect way to start the week!
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Yea! Chocolate is so “dark”, so to brighten it up BAM, add orange! Hahaha 😉
I always use chia seeds in my oatmeal because I always want mine suuuuuuper thick! Thick and creamy means super dreamy! 😀
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I have always heard that the orange/chocolate combo is delicious, but I haven’t tried it yet. I need to change that!
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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 🙂
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Chocolate complements EVERYTHING! Yum!
And Yes!!!!!! Dough-like oatmeal! The best 😉 He knows his oats!
Umm thick and creamy, duh! This looks ultra thick though…and I love it for that 😀
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This looks good, Rebecca. I haven’t had much of chia seeds, but I know they’re good for you. Thanks for the idea!
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They ARE good for you! Give them a try! They really are amazing for creaminess and texture!
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
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This looks great i am pinning for later, I love chocolate and orange
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