Description
Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Oats is a luxurious and energizing breakfast that combines the classic comfort of creamy oats with the rich flavor of espresso. This quick and easy recipe takes only 15 minutes to prepare, featuring rolled oats cooked with brown sugar, warming spices, and a splash of brewed espresso, topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, or syrup for a personalized morning boost.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
- 2 cups water (or milk for creamier texture)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso (strong coffee works too!)
- 1 tablespoon butter (or coconut oil for vegan option)
- 1/4 cup milk or cream (for serving, optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Chocolate shavings
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Rinse the Oats: Rinse the rolled oats under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve to remove any impurities and prevent clumping.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix the rinsed oats, water (or milk), brown sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg if using. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the saucepan on medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring the oats start cooking properly.
- Reduce Heat and Simmer: Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats absorb most of the liquid and have a creamy consistency.
- Stir in Espresso and Butter: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the brewed espresso along with the butter or coconut oil. Mix until the butter fully melts and the oats are well blended with the espresso flavor.
- Portion and Serve: Transfer the oatmeal into serving bowls carefully to maintain the texture.
- Add Milk or Cream (Optional): Drizzle with milk or cream if you prefer a creamier texture and a richer flavor.
- Add Toppings: Top your oats with preferred toppings such as chopped nuts, fresh fruits, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of maple syrup for added taste and texture.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve the oats warm for the best comforting and flavorful experience.
Notes
- Using milk instead of water for cooking makes the oats creamier.
- Espresso can be substituted with strong brewed coffee if preferred.
- For a vegan option, substitute butter with coconut oil and use plant-based milk for serving.
- Rinsing oats before cooking helps improve texture by removing excess starch.
- Adjust sweetness and spice amounts to taste.
- Serve immediately as the oats can thicken upon cooling.
