Overnight oats are incredibly easy to prepare, making them a perfect choice for a healthy and hassle-free breakfast. Just mix the ingredients the night before and wake up to a delicious meal ready to eat! If you love the idea of oats for breakfast and you love chocolate, check out my Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe for a sweet start to your day. We love enjoying oats in the morning, and if you’re looking for more creative ways to enjoy them, try my Baked Oatmeal and these delicious Baked Oatmeal Cups. Each recipe offers a unique twist on a classic breakfast, ensuring your mornings are anything but boring!
Recipe Tips
Adjusting Servings: If you’re preparing this for yourself, simply halve all of the ingredients. Looking to meal prep? Doubling the recipe ensures you have a delicious breakfast ready for the family or several mornings of coffee overnight oats. Consistency Preferences: The oats-to-milk ratio here is tried and true, but if you prefer a thinner consistency, feel free to add a bit more milk just before serving. Add a Protein Boost: Consider adding a scoop of protein powder when mixing your overnight oats. This not only enhances the nutritional value but also keeps you full longer. Mocha Twist: To transform these into Mocha Overnight Oats, simply add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to your mix. This gives you a delicious coffee-chocolate flavor that’s perfect for a rich, indulgent breakfast. Jar Mixing Method: Skip the bowl and combine all the ingredients directly in one or two jars. Seal them tightly and give them a good shake to mix everything evenly. Optimal Enjoyment Time: These oats taste best the next day, but you can store them in the fridge for a few days. They’ll maintain their texture well, as the oats stop absorbing liquid after a certain point. Gluten-Free Option: To ensure these oats are gluten-free, choose oats specifically labeled as such. This avoids the common cross-contamination with wheat that can occur during processing.
Storing Tips
Make Ahead: Overnight oats are perfect for preparing in advance. Once you’ve mixed your ingredients in jars, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Weeklong Breakfasts: Consider making several servings over the weekend. This way, you’ll have your breakfasts sorted out for the entire week, ready to grab and go every morning.
If you enjoy the rich taste of coffee to kickstart your day, you must try these easy Coffee Overnight Oats! For those who’ve made and loved this recipe, please rate and review it to share your experience. We love hearing from you!
Oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats are perfect for making overnight oats as they soak up the liquid nicely and provide a great texture. Avoid using steel cut oats and instant oats for this recipe. Chia Seeds: Adding chia seeds boosts the nutritional value with their superfood qualities and thickens the oats, making them creamy. Coffee: You can use any type of coffee you prefer. Freshly brewed espresso adds a rich flavor, but any coffee will do the trick and infuse the oats with a delicious coffee taste. Even instant coffee works if needed. Milk: This recipe is flexible with the type of milk you can use. Dairy-free milk like oat milk, soy milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or regular dairy milk will each work well. For something different, try making your own cashew milk for a vegan creamy addition. You can also do 50% milk and 50% Greek yogurt for a creamier and protein-rich option. Maple Syrup, Sea Salt, and Vanilla Extract: These ingredients combine to deepen the flavors of your oats. The maple syrup adds natural sweetness (or try honey instead), the vanilla offers a subtle aroma, and a pinch of salt enhances all the other flavors.
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