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    Home » Recipes » Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Breakfast Recipes

    Espresso Overnight Oats (high protein!)

    Modified: Aug 20, 2025 · by Shelby Stover · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

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    Mason jar with espresso overnight oats topped with almond butter and a spoon in it on a wooden coaster with another jar of oats and a bowl of coffee behind it with text above the image.

    Indulge in your favorite coffee blend while fueling up with these espresso overnight oats! Decadent, creamy, and made with just five ingredients, this make-ahead recipe is also high in protein!

    These coffee overnight oats help keep busy mornings sane.

    Mason jar with espresso overnight oats topped with almond butter and a spoon in it on a wooden coaster with another jar of oats and a bowl of coffee behind it.

    Looking for the best of both worlds: no stress in the morning but a healthy meal to break your fast?

    These espresso overnight oats are the solution to busy mornings! All the deliciousness of a fresh cup of coffee mixed with the fuel you need to kick off your day (though here are some overnight oats with protein powder much more like dessert if that's your thing!).

    You'll Love These Oats Because They:

    • contain 34 grams of protein
    • are EASY to prep (5 minutes!)
    • are dairy-free and gluten-free
    • come out with a mousse-like texture

    What’s The Difference Between Espresso And Coffee?

    These high-protein overnight oats are made with espresso.

    Espresso is technically a strong version of coffee but the process in which it’s made is more than that. Espresso is made with high pressure when brewing which is what makes a concentrated shot.

    Though you can use strong coffee for this overnight oats recipe, know that espresso loves will be able to note the difference.
    Fun fact: did you know "espresso" is one of the most commonly mispronounced Italian food words??

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    These espresso overnight oats make the perfect make-ahead breakfast recipe because they only contain five ingredients (just like this peanut butter protein powder chia pudding!).

    Regular oats: make sure to use a certified gluten-free brand if you need it and know that steel-cut oats won’t work for this recipe. Learn more about different types of oats and how to use them.

    Cool or chilled espresso: brew up your favorite shot of coffee and use it for the recipe! The coffee flavor gives the oats a beautiful feeling of comfort in the morning.

    Coconut milk: make sure to use coconut milk from the can and omit the water. You want the thick, white coconut milk (or coconut cream) to give the coffee overnight oats maximum creaminess. Learn everything you need to know about coconut milk.

    Collagen powder: this is what makes the recipe have such a high protein content. Collagen powder is one of the cleanest sources of protein and mixes in without clumping. Learn more about natural foods high in collagen to help keep you young and then peek more into the benefits of a high protein diet and why you want to amp it up!

    Vanilla stevia: depending on how sweet you like your coffee, you may want a hint more of this. If you don’t have vanilla stevia on hand (get some because it’s low-calorie awesome), use vanilla + your preferred sweetener.

    Most overnight oats recipes are made with chia seeds. And though chia seeds are one of my favorite foods for toddlers (and moms!), they're just not needed in this recipe. So, don't panic! The oats still come out deliciously thick.

    Multiple ingredients like coffee, oats, coconut milk, and collagen powder in measuring cups with text labels over top.

    How To Make Espresso Overnight Oats

    1. Measure out all ingredients and make sure the espresso is cool.
    2. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until combined.
    3. Portion them into a mini jar and put the lid on.
    4. Pop in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
    5. Enjoy.

    Step By Step Photos

    A blue bowl with oats and protein powder in it with a spoon and espresso cup behind it
    A blue bowl with oats and protein powder, and coconut milk in it with a spoon and espresso cup behind it
    A blue bowl with overnight coffee oats mixture in it with a spoon and espresso cup behind it

    Important Teaching Tips

    These espresso overnight oats taste like… espresso! There is not a lot of sweetener in these overnight oats. So, if you prefer your coffee on the sweeter side, you’ll need to add a bit more stevia.

    Maple syrup will work if you want to drizzle it on the top, however, don't add it into the mixture.

    If you don’t have vanilla stevia at home, you can use ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract + stevia drops or stevia powder. Add the stevia to taste.

    You want your espresso to be cooled or chilled before mixing it. Otherwise, the oats tend to “cook” immediately and it alters their texture of them.

    The recipe makes only one serving of overnight oats. Of course, you can double it and make more to have in the fridge along with these cinnamon roll blended overnight oats.

    How To Store It

    The coffee overnight oats store well in a sealed jar in the fridge for 1-3 days. After three days they tend to get too thick.

    You can add your toppings into the jar before you store them, but know that they will become “soft”.

    Topping The Oats

    These overnight oats taste amazing as is! However, you can make the recipe more indulgent if you need an extra kick in the morning (or mid-afternoon!).

    • Crunchy granola
    • Chocolate chips
    • Swirled peanut butter
    • Homemade dairy-free caramel sauce
    • 2-minute coconut whipped cream
    • Toasted pecans
    • Drizzle of maple syrup
    Mason jar with espresso overnight oats topped with almond butter and a spoon in it on a wooden coaster with another jar of oats and a bowl of coffee behind it.

    Choosing Collagen Powder

    It’s no surprise that this espresso overnight oats recipe is made with the best collagen powder!

    All the protein without the bloat.

    I use collagen powder for amping up protein and boosting gut health.

    Learn about the difference between collagen and bone broth as how to increase protein intake.

    Honestly, as a busy mom collagen powder just makes it easy to eat more protein and not feel like I’m living off chicken and eggs.

    And more protein means more energy, more natural beauty, and feeling your BEST.

    Plus, in recipes like this, you can sneak protein into your kids as it’s one of the purest sources.

    I grab my collagen from Perfect Supplements because they source their collagen from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows. So, I trust it.

    Grab some collagen powder and use code mamabear10 to save some money.

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee Overnight Oats

    Can I use quick oats instead of regular rolled oats?

    Quick oats will work in overnight oats however they tend to dissolve more. Regular oats hold their texture the best and steel-cut oats cannot be used.

    Should I eat these hot or cold?

    Overnight oat recipes are typically eaten cold after sitting for a few hours. Though you can heat them up, they have already absorbed the liquid from sitting so you may need to add some.

    How long do these last in the fridge?

    Overnight oats last in the fridge for roughly three days. Make sure to store them in a sealed container.

    Can you use almond milk in place of coconut milk

    Though almond milk will work for the coffee overnight oats, they won't turn out as creamy, thick, or indulgent. Coconut milk gives them a dessert-like smoothness.

    Do you need chia seeds to make overnight oats?

    Chia seeds help thicken oats and absorb the liquid. In this recipe though, not much liquid is used (coconut cream is much thicker than almond milk) and so adding them would make the oats come out dense and clumpy. 

    More Overnight Oats Recipes

    • Chocolate topped protein overnight oats
    • Easy berry overnight oats
    • Dairy-free overnight oats
    • Cookie dough protein overnight oats
    • Peanut butter and jam overnight oats

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    Mason jar with espresso overnight oats topped with almond butter and a spoon in it on a wooden coaster with another jar of oats and a bowl of coffee behind it.

    Creamy Espresso Overnight Oats

    Shelby Stover
    Indulge in an extra cup of coffee while gaining some fuel with these mousse-like, high-protein overnight oats! This recipe has all the deliciousness of dessert but all the fuel you need to kick off your day.
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Sitting 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 409 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Rolled oats gluten-free as needed
    • 2.5 tbs Chilled espresso
    • 3 tbs Coconut cream
    • ⅛ cup Collagen powder
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla stevia

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl or jar, mix together all ingredients.
    • Make sure to mix well so that the oats are "wet".
    • Cover and place in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
    • Enjoy chilled.

    Notes

     If you don’t have vanilla stevia at home, you can use ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract + stevia drops or stevia powder. Add the stevia to taste.
    You want your espresso to be cooled or chilled before mixing it. Otherwise, the oats tend to “cook” immediately and it alters their texture of them.
    Disclaimer:

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

    Nutrition

    Calories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 94mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 5gSugar: 0.4gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 3mg
    Have You Tried This Recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment below. Mention @fitasamamabear or tag #fitasamamabear!

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    Comments

    1. GRETA says

      January 10, 2023 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe. Love to add Collagen to my breakfast smoothies. I loved it in these overnight oats too. Thanks x

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear says

        January 14, 2023 at 2:07 pm

        Honestly collagen works in everything!

        Reply
    2. Mandy Applegate says

      January 10, 2023 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      Hello coffee and breakfast all rolled into one, where have you been all my life? Absolutely love it!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear says

        January 14, 2023 at 2:07 pm

        Haha right? Best of all worlds!

        Reply
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