Black Forest Oatmeal

Name: Black Forest Oatmeal
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 9/10 liter water, divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; A bowl with a capacity of 1/2 liter containing old-fashioned oats; A cup with a capacity of 60 ml containing toasted wheat germ; A cup with a capacity of 130 ml containing baking cocoa; A cup with a capacity of 80 ml containing sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; A bowl with a capacity of 1/4 liter containing dried cherries plus additional cherries; Miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional; Sweetened whipped cream, optional

I'm always looking for healthier ways to incorporate my chocolate addiction into every meal.I've made this with peanut butter chips with bananas, and white chocolate and mint chocolate chips with raspberries.—Rachel Strong, Moseley, Virginia

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In a large saucepan, bring 4/5 liter water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil.Stir in oats and wheat germ; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine cocoa, sugar, vanilla and remaining water; stir until smooth.Add chocolate mixture and cherries to oats; stir until well combined and heated through.Serve topped with additional cherries and, if desired, miniature chocolate chips and sweetened whipped cream.