Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy oats blended with vanilla, espresso, and chia seeds for a quick, flavorful breakfast.

# Ingredient List:

→ Oats & Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey

→ Coffee & Vanilla

06 - 1/4 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
07 - Seeds from 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings

08 - 2 tablespoons whipped cream, optional
09 - 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips or cocoa nibs
10 - 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder, optional for dusting

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup. Stir until well blended.
02 - Add the cooled espresso or coffee and vanilla bean seeds or extract. Mix thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, until oats are soft and creamy.
05 - Before serving, stir the oats. Top each jar with whipped cream, chocolate chips or cocoa nibs, and a light dusting of instant espresso powder if desired.
06 - Enjoy chilled, straight from the jar.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert for breakfast but actually keeps you full until lunch, which feels like getting away with something delicious.
  • Everything mixes in one bowl and then does the work for you overnight, perfect for people who'd rather sleep than stand over a stove.
  • The espresso and vanilla combo hits that sweet spot between indulgent café vibes and genuinely nutritious whole grains.
02 -
  • The espresso absolutely must be cooled before it hits the jar, or you'll end up with weird texture changes and a breakfast that feels off in ways you can't quite name.
  • Don't make the mistake of using instant oats thinking they'll save time—they'll turn into concrete by morning and defeat the entire purpose of this being a pleasure to eat.
  • If your oats seem too thick by morning, it's not a failure; just stir in a splash more milk and the whole thing loosens up beautifully, so there's no real way to mess this up.
03 -
  • Use real vanilla bean if your budget allows it, even though it costs more—those tiny black specks are a visual reminder that you're taking care of yourself with something special.
  • Make a double batch at the start of your week and grab a fresh jar each morning; your early self will thank your exhausted self for thinking ahead.
  • If whipped cream seems like overkill, a dollop of Greek yogurt on top gives you richness without the extra dairy, and it blends beautifully as you eat.
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