Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- â…” cup milk
- â…“ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (or 1 to 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules, increasing milk to 1 cup)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Yogurt Topping
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Mix the oats: In a medium bowl or storage container, stir together 1 cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, â…” cup milk, â…“ cup strong brewed coffee (warm or cooled), 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Make the yogurt topping: Shortly before serving, in a small bowl, stir together ¾ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble: Give the oats a good stir. If they seem too thick, add a splash of milk.
- Divide the oats between two jars or bowls. Top with the yogurt mixture and dust generously with 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Serve cold.
Notes
Substitutions
- Rolled oats: Use quick oats for a softer texture. Avoid steel-cut oats.
- Chia seeds: Replace with ground flax seeds, or a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Milk: Use dairy milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, or your favorite milk.
- Coffee: Use espresso, moka pot coffee, French press coffee, drip coffee, cold brew, or instant coffee dissolved in milk.
- Maple syrup: Replace with honey, agave, date syrup, or your preferred sweetener.
- Vanilla extract: Use almond extract for a different flavor.
- Greek yogurt: Substitute low-fat Greek yogurt, Skyr, mascarpone, ricotta, or cream cheese.
- Cocoa powder: Use unsweetened cacao powder.
Dietary Variations
- Vegan/Dairy-Free: Use plant-based milk and dairy-free yogurt.
- Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
- Nut-Free: Use dairy, oat, or soy milk instead of almond milk.
- High-Protein: Add vanilla protein powder and/or use Skyr.
- High-Fiber: Add ground flaxseed, extra chia seeds, or berries.
- Lower-Sugar: Reduce the maple syrup or use a sugar-free sweetener.
Tips
- Chill overnight: The texture gets creamier and the coffee flavor deepens.
- Use good coffee: Since it is the main flavor, use one you enjoy drinking.
- Adjust the strength: Add stronger coffee for a bolder tiramisu taste.
- Stir well: Mix thoroughly so the chia seeds do not clump.
- Use rolled oats: Avoid steel-cut oats for the best texture.
- Thin if needed: Stir in a splash of milk before serving.
- Store well: Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American