With just 5 minutes of prep, these Mocha Latte Overnight Oats are super easy to make and the perfect breakfast meal prep option for busy weekday mornings when you're short on time, and in need of a little caffeine boost!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
You're going to love these overnight oats with a delicious coffee and chocolate-based flavour. Why?
- No cooking required - just mix together your ingredients and let it soak in the refrigerator overnight. No need to cook the oats - it's that simple!
- A yummy blend of coffee and chocolate for a delicious caffeine boost first thing in the morning.
- Super easy to customize with your own ingredients and toppings - you can add in nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, protein powder, whatever you like!
- Saves you time and makes waking up in the mornings a whole lot easier knowing you've got a delicious and filling breakfast waiting in the fridge.
What are Overnight Oats?
Overnight Oats are essentially a no-cook method of making oatmeal by soaking old-fashioned rolled oats in liquid (most commonly milk) in the refrigerator overnight. As they sit in the fridge, the oats soften up by absorbing the liquid and all the additional ingredients that have been mixed in, creating a soft, creamy, luxurious texture with real depth of flavour.
They're incredibly easy to make, and one of my favourite breakfast meal prep solutions for those busy weekday mornings when I don't have time to cook. Overnight oats also save me from grabbing a muffin or other unhealthy/expensive breakfast on my way to work, and are a fun, tasty alternative to boring old oatmeal.
Ingredients
Please scroll down to the recipe card below for exact quantities and measurements.
- Rolled oats - make sure to use old-fashioned rolled oats; I advise against using steel cut, quick or instant oats as they don't absorb liquid well enough for this recipe.
- Unsweetened almond milk - you can use any milk of your choice - whether it's cow's milk or a plant-based alternative such as cashew, oat, or soy milk.
- Greek yogurt - adds a delicious creamy texture to the overnight oats. You can use Greek yogurt (my preference) or any other type of yogurt you prefer.
- Chia seeds - one of my staple superfoods that work wonderfully in overnight oats. They also add thickness to the oats mixture when they expand and gelatinize in liquid.
- Maple syrup - I prefer using maple syrup but you can also use honey, agave nectar, or any other sweeteners you prefer.
- Coffee - I prefer brewing a shot of espresso in my Nespresso machine for this. But you can add brewed coffee or even instant coffee powder as well.
- Cocoa powder - I use unsweetened cocoa powder; this adds a delicious chocolatey taste that blends perfectly with coffee for a yummy mocha.
- Chocolate chips - you can use chocolate chips or crushed chocolate as a topping.
- Crushed walnut - any other nuts of your choice works great as well. This helps add a yummy crunchy texture to your softened oats mixture.
- Coconut flakes - adds a touch of sweetness and texture as a topping.
- Pinch of salt - helps bring out the flavours.
Instructions
STEP 1: Brew 1-2 shots of espresso or coffee.
STEP 2: In a mason jar (or other sealable container), mix together oats, milk, chia seeds, yogurt, maple syrup, cocoa powder, espresso/coffee, and a pinch of salt. Snap on a lid and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 2-3 hours).
STEP 3: When it's ready, take it out of the refrigerator and sprinkle some crushed chocolate, crushed walnuts, and coconut flakes on top. Enjoy!
How to Store
You can store this away in the refrigerator for up to 5 days (in an air-tight sealable container like a mason jar). I personally love using 16-ounce (473 ml) wide mouth mason jars, which make it easy to clean and stir ingredients out of, while allowing sufficient room for the ingredients as well as any additional toppings.
Toasty's Tips
- Instead of cocoa powder, you can use chocolate protein powder instead for an easy way to boost the protein content of your overnight oats. If your protein powder is already sweetened (as many chocolate protein powders are), you may need to adjust the amount of sweetener you use.
- If you find the mixture to be too thick, you can try adding a splash or milk to thin it out.
- Add your own favourite toppings - don't feel you need to limit yourself to the ones I mentioned in this recipe (those are just some of my own personal favourites). Mix it up and be creative with different types of nuts, seeds, nutritional boosters, etc.
FAQ
Can I make this recipe without using yogurt?
Yes, you certainly can! The milk will be sufficient to soften up the oats on its own; there is no need to increase the amount of milk you use to offset the loss of yogurt. However I do recommend using yogurt as a way to add more creaminess to your overnight oats.
What kind of coffee works best?
I prefer brewing my own espresso to mix in, however you can also use brewed coffee or instant coffee powder as well. If using instant coffee, make sure to add sufficient water to offset the dryness from the added powder.
Can I warm these up?
Yes you certainly can warm these up before eating! While overnight oats are typically meant to be enjoyed chilled straight out of the fridge, I find that this mocha latte flavour in particular also works very well if heated up first. It's a great option for chillier mornings during those colder fall/winter months!
Other Overnight Oats Flavours to Try
📖 Recipe
Mocha Latte Overnight Oats
Suggested Equipment
Ingredients
Oats Base
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3 tablespoon espresso
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- salt - pinch
Toppings
- ½ teaspoon mini chocolate chips
- coconut flakes (optional)
- walnuts - chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Brew 1 shot of espresso or coffee (or 2 tablespoon for a stronger taste).
- In a mason jar (or other sealable container), mix together oats, milk, chia seeds, yogurt, maple syrup, cocoa powder, espresso/coffee, and a pinch of salt. Snap on a lid and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 2-3 hours).
- When it's ready, take it out of the refrigerator and sprinkle some crushed chocolate, crushed walnuts, and coconut flakes on top. Enjoy!
Notes
- Video: Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Storage: Store them in an air-tight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. I like to use 16-ounce (473 ml) wide-mouth mason jars, with a large opening that makes it easier to clean and stir ingredients in.
- Instead of cocoa powder, you can use chocolate protein powder instead for an easy way to boost the protein content of your overnight oats. If your protein powder is already sweetened (as many chocolate protein powders are), you may need to adjust the amount of sweetener you use.
- If you find the mixture to be too thick, you can try adding a splash or milk to thin it out.
- Add in your own favourite toppings - don't feel you need to limit yourself to the ones I mentioned in this recipe (those are just some of my own personal favourites). Mix it up and be creative with different types of nuts, seeds, nutritional boosters, etc.
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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