Overnight Oats Espresso Swirls (Printable Version)

Oats soaked overnight with espresso, crunchy granola, and creamy nut butter for a flavorful start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
03 - ½ cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
04 - 2 shots (2 fl oz) freshly brewed espresso, cooled
05 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

08 - 2 granola cookies, roughly crumbled
09 - 2 tbsp almond or peanut butter
10 - ½ cup seasonal berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
11 - 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
12 - Extra drizzle of maple syrup (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a mixing bowl, blend oats, milk, yogurt, cooled espresso, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until evenly combined.
02 - If using, stir in chia seeds to the oat mixture thoroughly.
03 - Distribute the mixture evenly into two jars or bowls for individual servings.
04 - Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 8 hours to allow oats to soak and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats gently to loosen the texture.
06 - Garnish each serving with crumbled granola cookies, a swirl of nut butter, fresh berries, and an optional drizzle of maple syrup.
07 - Enjoy immediately or cover and take the oat jars on the go for a convenient breakfast.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • You get a cafe-quality breakfast that's already waiting for you, no morning scramble required.
  • The espresso gives you natural energy while the nut butter keeps you satisfied until lunch.
  • It tastes indulgent enough to feel like a treat, but it's actually packed with protein and whole grains.
02 -
  • The espresso absolutely must be cooled before mixing, or you'll get lumpy, grainy oats instead of that silky texture you're after.
  • Don't skip the salt—I learned this the hard way when a batch tasted flat and one-dimensional until I added a pinch, and suddenly everything popped into focus.
03 -
  • Always let your espresso cool completely before mixing, or those oats will take on a slightly grainy texture that's hard to rescue.
  • The nut butter swirl is more than decoration—it catches on the edges of the jar and adds a silky richness that makes this feel indulgent rather than healthy, and that psychology matters when you're reaching for breakfast.
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