Caramel Macchiato Overnight Oats ☕🍯🥣

If you love sweet, creamy caramel macchiatos, but need something filling and nutritious, these Caramel Macchiato Overnight Oats are your new go-to breakfast! They’re rich, coffee-infused, and naturally sweetened with caramel, making them taste like a dessert while keeping you fueled for the day. Just mix, chill overnight, and enjoy in the morning—no cooking required!

Let’s make it.

What You’ll Need

For the Oats:

½ cup rolled oats
½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (chilled)
1 tbsp chia seeds (for thickness)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tbsp maple syrup or honey

For the Caramel Drizzle:

1 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce (plus extra for topping)
¼ tsp sea salt (for that salted caramel kick)

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

Extra caramel drizzle
Dash of cinnamon
Shaved dark chocolate

a small plate of rolled oats, a small glass of milk, a small cup of brewed espresso, a small plate of chia seeds, a small plate of vanilla extract, a small plate of maple syrup, a small plate of sugar-free caramel sauce, and a small plate of sea salt

Pro Tips

Use cold brew for a smoother taste.
Want it extra creamy? Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or coconut cream.
For a protein boost, mix in a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
Make it dairy-free by using almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Let the oats sit overnight for the best flavor!

Tools You’ll Need

Mason jar (or airtight container)
Spoon for stirring
Espresso machine or coffee maker

Substitutions & Variations

No espresso? Use cold brew or extra-strong coffee.
No chia seeds? Swap for flaxseeds or reduce the milk slightly.
Want a mocha twist? Add 1 tsp cocoa powder to the oats.

Instructions

Step 1: Brew & Cool the Espresso

Brew ¼ cup of espresso or strong coffee and let it cool.

a freshly brewed espresso shot in a small white cup, the rich crema sitting on top

Step 2: Mix the Oats Base

In a mason jar, add rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and the cooled espresso. Stir well.

a mason jar filled with rolled oats, creamy milk, dark espresso, tiny chia seeds, clear vanilla extract, and a drizzle of maple syrup, all layered before stirring

Step 3: Add the Caramel Drizzle

Stir in 1 tbsp caramel sauce and a pinch of sea salt for a rich, sweet flavor.

golden caramel sauce being drizzled into a mason jar filled with coffee-soaked oats, with a small pinch of sea salt sprinkled on top

Step 4: Seal & Chill Overnight

Cover the jar and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) to let the oats soak.

a mason jar with a tight-sealed lid, filled with caramel-infused espresso oats, chilling in the fridge door

Step 5: Stir & Serve

In the morning, stir the oats and add a little extra milk if needed.

a spoon stirring thick, caramel-infused espresso oats inside a mason jar, with a drizzle of creamy milk cascading in

Step 6: Add Toppings & Enjoy

Drizzle with extra caramel, sprinkle cinnamon, and enjoy!

a jar of Caramel Macchiato Overnight Oats, topped with a golden caramel drizzle, a light dusting of cinnamon, and a small spoon resting nearby

Leftovers & Storage

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For meal prep, make multiple jars at once!

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Caramel Macchiato Overnight Oats are ready! They’re sweet, creamy, and packed with rich espresso flavor, just like your favorite coffee shop drink. Try them out, take a pic, and let me know how they turned out. Enjoy! ☕🍯✨