Creamy oats blended with vanilla bean and espresso, layered in a jar for a chilled, flavorful start or light finish.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped, or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder or 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
08 - Pinch of salt
→ Topping
09 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
10 - 1 tablespoon dark chocolate shavings
11 - 1 tablespoon caramel sauce, optional
12 - 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder for dusting, optional
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla bean seeds or extract, espresso powder or cooled coffee, and salt. Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated.
02 - Divide the oat mixture evenly between two clean sealable jars or dessert glasses.
03 - Cover jars and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to absorb liquid and thicken to desired consistency.
04 - Before serving, stir the oat mixture and taste for sweetness, adjusting maple syrup or honey as needed.
05 - Top each jar with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, caramel sauce if desired, and a light dusting of espresso powder for enhanced coffee flavor.
06 - Serve chilled directly from the jar.
