# What you'll need:
→ 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
# Method:
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 until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two mason jars or airtight containers, filling to three-quarters capacity.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, until oats are soft and creamy.
05 - Before serving, stir the oats thoroughly to redistribute settled ingredients. Top each jar with whipped cream, chocolate chips or cocoa nibs, and a light dusting of instant espresso powder if desired.
06 - Enjoy chilled directly from the jar as a convenient grab-and-go breakfast.
