Description
This delightful coffee overnight oats recipe combines rich espresso with creamy rolled oats for a quick breakfast sensation. Caffeine-packed mornings become smooth and indulgent when you discover this simple, energizing meal perfect for on-the-go lifestyles.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (120 ml) rolled oats
- ¼ cup (60 ml) freshly brewed espresso (or cold brew or instant coffee)
- ½ cup (120 ml) plant-based milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 tsp maple syrup (or granulated sugar)
- 2 tsp instant coffee
- 2 tsp boiling water
- 2–3 tbsps plant-based yogurt
Instructions
- Base Preparation: Mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt in a medium container, creating a foundational texture for the overnight oats.
- Liquid Integration: Pour plant-based milk, espresso, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, stirring comprehensively to ensure uniform flavor distribution.
- Yogurt Incorporation: Gently fold in Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative, whisking until achieving a silky, homogeneous consistency.
- Chilling Process: Seal container tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight, allowing oats to absorb liquid and develop a luxurious, creamy texture.
- Coffee Cream Topping: Whip instant coffee granules, maple syrup, and hot water until light and frothy, creating an indulgent finishing layer.
- Final Presentation: Stir chilled oats, swirl coffee cream on top, and garnish with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or ground cinnamon to elevate taste and visual appeal.
Notes
- Optimize Overnight Soaking: Minimum 4-hour refrigeration guarantees maximum flavor absorption and creates perfectly creamy texture.
- Select Coffee Wisely: Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee for robust, authentic flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Customize Consistency: Adjust milk quantity based on preferred thickness – less liquid creates thicker oats, more liquid results in smoother texture.
- Boost Nutritional Value: Incorporate chia seeds for added protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and enhanced nutritional density without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg