Overnight Oats Espresso Swirl (Print)

A creamy oats base infused with espresso, topped with granola crumbles and nut butter swirls for a tasty start.

# Ingredients:

→ 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)

# Instructions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, mix oats, milk, yogurt, cooled espresso, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - If using, stir in chia seeds evenly into the mixture.
03 - Divide the oat mixture evenly between two jars or small bowls.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow soaking and flavor development.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats gently to combine.
06 - Top each portion with crumbled granola cookies, a swirl of nut butter, fresh berries, and an optional drizzle of maple syrup.
07 - Serve immediately or cover to enjoy later on the go.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It's breakfast that tastes like dessert, but with the nutrition to back it up.
  • Zero morning cooking means you can actually sit down instead of rushing around.
  • The espresso hits different when it's been steeping in oats all night—smoother, less bitter, more integrated.
02 -
  • Don't skip cooling the espresso first—hot liquid will break down the yogurt and create a grainy texture that's hard to fix.
  • The jar matters more than you'd think; a wide-mouth container lets you actually layer toppings instead of having them sink into chaos.
03 -
  • Make a batch of three or four jars on Sunday and you have breakfast sorted for most of the week—they keep well for up to five days.
  • If your oats are too thick the next morning, loosen them with a splash of milk or even a spoonful of water, and stir well before tasting.
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