Description
Indulge in a delightful breakfast with these Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Oats. Creamy oats infused with the rich flavors of espresso and brown sugar make for a perfect start to your day.
Ingredients
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Oats Mixture:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For Topping:
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1–2 tablespoons cream or oat milk
- Ice (optional for serving chilled)
Instructions
- Prepare Oats Mixture: In a jar or bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Brew Espresso: In the morning, brew and cool espresso or strong coffee.
- Shake Espresso: Shake or stir the coffee with milk or cream until frothy.
- Assemble: Stir the oats, pour shaken espresso over them, drizzle with additional milk, add ice if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use cold brew for a smoother flavor.
- For extra protein, add vanilla protein powder or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
