Mocha Coffee Cake Overnight Oats
These Mocha Coffee Cake Overnight Oats combine rich coffee flavor, chocolatey goodness, and a crunchy streusel topping—all in a nutritious, make-ahead breakfast.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
Overnight Oats Base:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee or espresso powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
Coffee Cake Streusel Topping:
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cold butter or coconut oil
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnishes:
- Chocolate chips or cacao nibs
- Sprinkle of espresso powder
- Fresh berries
- Dollop of Greek yogurt
- Drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Overnight Oats Base
- In a bowl or jar, mix oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, instant coffee, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt.
- Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
Step 2: Make the Coffee Cake Streusel Topping
- Mix almond flour, brown sugar, nuts, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Add cold butter or coconut oil and mix until crumbly.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 3: Assemble and Serve
- Stir the overnight oats and adjust consistency with milk if needed.
- Divide into jars and top with streusel.
- Add optional garnishes and enjoy!
For Warm Mocha Coffee Cake Overnight Oats:
- Heat oats in a microwave-safe bowl for 45-60 seconds.
- Add streusel topping after warming.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the maple syrup.
- For extra protein, add protein powder.
- Best enjoyed within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 12gFiber: 8g
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