How to Make Overnight Oats Based on Your Favorite Fall Starbucks Drink

As sleep-deprived college students, it’s hard to remember to always eat a well-balanced breakfast and to not rely too much on our morning Starbucks run to get us through the day. Especially with the seasonal drinks offered at Starbucks, it’s hard to resist the temptation of the sweetness in a pumpkin spice latte. But, what if you could combine the flavor of Starbucks and get a healthy breakfast, all while saving money? It’s a win-win. 

Starbuck’s seasonal fall menu has featured these three drinks in the past and present — the Pumpkin Spice Latte, Salted Caramel Mocha, and Chile Mocha. Pick your favorite out of the three, make your overnight oatmeal, and embrace your basic self. 

Pumpkin Spice Latte Overnight Oats

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: minutesTotal time: 5 minutesServings:1 servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup milk choice
• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

1. 
   

   Pour all the ingredients into a glass jar or cup. Shake or stir to combine.

2. 
   

   Cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with toppings of choice – I chose bananas, almond butter, and extra pumpkin spice.

This pumpkin spice oatmeal is the best way to get your pumpkin kick and healthy breakfast in one jar. If you can’t find pumpkin pie spice in your grocery store, make your own homemade version. 

Salted Caramel Mocha Overnight Oats

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: minutesTotal time: 5 minutesServings:1 servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup cold coffee
• 1/2 cup milk choice
• 1 pitted date
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon honey
• pinch salt

Instructions

1. 
   

   Pour all the ingredients in a jar or cup. Shake and stir to combine.

2. 
   

   Cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with toppings of choice – I chose cacao nibs, raspberries, and bananas.

This is a personal favorite – the dates give a natural caramel sweetness that perfectly matches with the pinch of salt. Sweet and salty all the way.

Chile Mocha Overnight Oats

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: minutesTotal time: 5 minutesServings:1 servings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/4 cup milk choice
• 3/4 cup coffee
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs optional
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• pinch cayenne add to taste

Instructions

1. 
   

   Pour all ingredients into a jar or cup. Add more or less cayenne depending on what you prefer. Shake or stir all the ingredients together.

2. 
   

   Cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with toppings of choice – I chose blackberries, extra honey, and an extra pinch of cayenne pepper for more of a kick.

This isn’t your average normal oatmeal – the cayenne definitely gives a kick not only to your tastebuds, but also gives your metabolism the jump start it needs before the winter weight gain settles in.

Because these oatmeals are made the night before, you can now start your day off with feeling happy, healthy, and fully caffeinated. 

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