A gingerbread espresso cream oatmeal that is bursting with winter flavors like gingerbread. And what makes it even better? Coffee, of course I mean espresso. This is super delicious , and quite healthy, it’s vegan and gluten free too!
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A gingerbread espresso cream oatmeal bursting with warm winter flavors. And what makes it even better? Coffee — I mean espresso. This cozy bowl is delicious, comforting, and healthy. It’s vegan and naturally gluten-free too!
Yes, yes… another oatmeal recipe! But a gingerbread oatmeal is totally worth it — especially this time of year. I used molasses (because it’s its season!) and added a little brown sugar too. It actually makes the espresso flavor pop and gives the whole bowl a balanced creaminess. Brown sugar is my guilty pleasure, especially when it melts with cinnamon… I try to control myself, but I fail every time.
This oatmeal doesn’t taste exactly like gingerbread cookies, but the spice mix is strong and warm — and I’m sure you’ll love it.
Gingerbread
I don’t celebrate Christmas, but anyone can eats gingerbread cookies, right? Few years ago when I was in the U.S I’ve tried it for the first time, and I loved it, I love spiced baked goods, so this was a perfect fit for me. But I never made the cookies. I thought I can do an a healthy, actually a breakfast that is inspired by gingerbread, that anyone can enjoy! It’s more like a dessert for breakfast that you can enjoy this holiday season!
Espresso
I can say I’m new to espresso, my sister introduced me to it, and I’m hooked since then. Even I don’t drink it on daily basis, but I always look forward to it. I discussed before about espresso and the caffeine content in this espresso ice cream. The espresso flavor in this recipe is strong, but the coffee brand is somewhat mild. It’s really a good, I used Davidoff . you can use any you like,, lavazza and illy are great brands . .
Why this gingerbread oatmeal?
Because
- It has oatmeal that is naturally gluten free whole grain, and it can reduce cholesterol, blood pressure.
- It has espresso which is coffee that is packed with antioxidants, and can reduce the risk of developing many chronic diseases.
- Molasses is a natural sweetener, and full of minerals. The darker it is, the highest content of minerals it has.
- Packed with spice that contain anti-inflammatory, and anti bacterial proprieties.
- Coconut cream that has medium chain fatty acids that can reduce the risk of developing heart diseases.
This is such an easy recipe, you can make this oatmeal on the stove, or in the microwave. You may want to use extra thick rolled oats, for a crisper texture. You can have it without putting it on the stove even! But I liked the harmony of molasses with spices when they are heated. Eating it fresh is the best option, but also it tastes great when it’s refrigerated. You can reduce the amount of espresso, if you prefer a milder coffee flavor.
🌟 Variations
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Mocha version: Add 1 tsp cocoa powder with the spices.
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Extra creamy: Replace 2 Tb of espresso with 2 Tb coconut milk.
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Protein boost: Add 1 Tb almond butter or 1 scoop vanilla protein.
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Kid-friendly: Remove espresso and replace with warm plant milk + extra cinnamon.
🌟 Substitutions
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Coconut cream → oat cream, cashew cream, or whole milk.
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Molasses → date syrup or maple syrup (milder flavor).
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Oatmeal → quinoa flakes or gluten-free rolled oats.
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Brown sugar → coconut sugar or maple sugar.
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Espresso → instant espresso powder (½ tsp in 80 ml water).
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🌟 FAQs
1. Can I make this without espresso?
Yes — replace it with warm milk, chai tea, or hot cocoa.
2. Is this oatmeal good for meal prep?
Absolutely. It keeps well up to 5–7 days in the fridge.
3. Can I make it thicker?
Use less liquid or add 1–2 Tb of oat flour.
4. Can I make it sugar-free?
Remove brown sugar and use only molasses or a sugar-free sweetener.
5. What type of oats work best?
Extra thick rolled oats give the nicest texture. Quick oats will be softer.
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Gingerbread Espresso Cream Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 100 ml espresso
- 1 pack of thick coconut cream 50g and 3 Tb water.
- 1/2 Tb molasses
- Ginger powder 1/2 tsp
- Cloves powder 1/2 tsp
- Nutmeg 1/4 tsp
- Cinnamon 1/2 tsp
- 1 packed Tb of brown sugar\
- 150 g oatmeal
- Toppings: (optional)
- Candied ginger
- molasses
- Coconut cream
- Dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- Make the espresso, cool it and put it aside.
- Make the coconut cream or pout it form a can, mix in molasses, and spices too.
- In a small pot, add oatmeal, coconut cream mix, and espresso.
- Keep it on a stove until it reaches light boil, turn it off, and pour in your desired cup or bowl.
- Enjoy it hot or cold, and add candied ginger if desired.
- Refrigerate any leftovers, it's good up to 1 week.
Notes
The preparation time only for making espresso in a kettle, if you have a a machine you only need couple of minutes.
