Cozy Evening Mocha Whisper Oatmeal (Print Version)

Warm oats infused with rich mocha flavors and sweet raisins, ideal for a cozy evening treat.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

→ Liquids

02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, hot

→ Sweeteners

04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup

→ Flavorings

05 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Fruits & Extras

07 - 1/3 cup raisins
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped toasted walnuts
11 - Extra milk or cream for serving

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, milk, brewed coffee, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and salt. Stir thoroughly to dissolve cocoa powder.
02 - Bring mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03 - After 3 to 4 minutes of simmering, add raisins and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until oats are creamy and most liquid is absorbed, approximately 7 to 8 minutes more.
04 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Divide the oatmeal into two bowls and top with dark chocolate chips, toasted walnuts, and a splash of milk or cream if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but fills you up like real breakfast, no guilt required.
  • The coffee and chocolate blend into something deeper than either one alone.
  • You can make it with whatever milk is already open in your fridge.
  • It comes together in one pot, which means one less dish to wash later.
02 -
  • Don't walk away while it's simmering, the bottom can scorch fast and ruin the whole batch.
  • If it gets too thick before the oats are tender, splash in a little more milk and keep stirring.
  • Taste it before you serve, some cocoa powders are more bitter and might need an extra teaspoon of sugar.
03 -
  • Toast your walnuts in the same pan before you start cooking, it takes one minute and doubles their flavor.
  • If you like it sweeter, stir in the chocolate chips while the oatmeal is still on the heat so they melt into ribbons.
  • Make the coffee extra strong, it mellows as it cooks and you want that deep roasted note to come through.

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