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These creamy tiramisu overnight oats are inspired by the classic Italian coffee-infused dessert and are a wildly delicious and nutritious way to start the day. Rise and shine!
These tiramisu-inspired overnight oats are packed with rich coffee flavor and a hint of chocolate. They taste like dessert but are loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you full and energized all morning.
Like my Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats and Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats, they’re ridiculously easy to make. They’re perfect for busy mornings when you want something indulgent yet nourishing.
Creamy Dreamy Tiramisu Overnight Oats
I am a HUGE fan of easy, nutritious, meal-prep-friendly breakfasts. Here’s why these tiramisu overnight oats have my heart:
- Like dessert for breakfast. Creamy, coffee-infused, and sprinkled with a hint of chocolatey goodness, these oats taste just like tiramisu. They’re indulgent enough to feel like a sweet treat but packed with nutrition.
- So easy and convenient. Overnight oats are the ultimate solution for busy mornings! Prep everything the night before (or a few days in advance), chill in the fridge, and wake up to a ready-to-eat breakfast. They’re the perfect grab-and-go option for hectic days.
- Packed with wholesome fuel. This breakfast isn’t just delicious, it’s loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied and energized all morning long. They’re almost too good to be true, honestly.
What You’ll Need
Time to gather your ingredients and get to meal preppin’! Here’s what you’ll need (have a look at the recipe card below for exact measurements):
For the oats:
- Old-fashioned oats: Old fashioned rolled oats work best. Quick oats work but warning: you’ll get a “mushier” texture.
- Plain Greek yogurt: I like using full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer, creamier consistency; you could opt for a lower-fat product if you’d like, though.
- Milk: Whatever you typically like works! You can go for regular milk or use your favorite plant-based milk like almond milk or oat milk.
- Chia seeds: These tiny seeds add healthy fats and fiber and help to thicken the mixture too.
- Maple syrup: Or honey. You can’t go wrong with either. Don’t be afraid to use a little more (or a little less) to suit your taste preferences.
- Instant coffee: Any instant coffee or espresso powder works. It’s essential for that classic tiramisu flavor.
Topping ingredients:
- Greek yogurt: Go for full-fat for the creamiest texture.
- Maple syrup: Or honey.
- Vanilla extract: To add a little extra warmth and depth to the flavor profile.
- Mascarpone cheese: Velvety and indulgent, this classic ingredient is found in authentic tiramisu. It also gives the topping a bit more structure, which I like.
- Cocoa powder for dusting – I love the tiny hint of chocolate here. The way it complements the richness of the coffee is SO good.
Variation Ideas
- Skip the coffee. Swap the instant coffee for cocoa powder instead.
- Nutty crunch. I love toasting up some walnuts or almonds and sprinkling them over the top of these tiramisu oats. That little bit of crunch makes them extra special.
- Chocolate tiramisu. Add 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
- Fresh fruit. Whether it’s fresh berries (I love strawberries or blueberries here), bananas, topping this sweet breakfast with a little fresh fruit really takes it over the top.
- Add some whip. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, spoon a little whipped cream over the top of your serving of tiramisu overnight oats.
How to Make Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Here’s a quick look at how to make this sweet, nutritious breakfast. You can find more detailed instructions in the recipe card below.
- Combine. Add the oats, yogurt, milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and instant coffee to a bowl.
- Stir and chill. Stir it all together and chill for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight). Note: You can chill in individual containers or in a large bowl.
- Make the topping. Add the yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and mascarpone to another bowl and mix well.
- Layer/top. Once your oats have set, layer oats with the topping/filling or simply top your oats with it. Dust with cocoa powder and enjoy.
How to Store
Store your overnight oats in any 12-16 oz. container with a lid. I love using 16 oz. mason jars with lids, or these overnight oats containers!
Pro tips
Tips for Success
- Don’t skip the set time. Make sure to give your oats at least 4 hours to set, or the oats won’t have enough time to absorb the moisture and flavors.
- Stir, stir, stir. It’s essential that the yogurt/milk mixture coats every oat thoroughly, otherwise you’ll end up with some dry, chewy patches. So, stir, stir, stir until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Store your topping separately. While you can make the creamy tiramisu topping ahead, I recommend storing it in a separate container and then topping your oats right before you eat.
- Use traditional rolled oats. I get asked often if you can use instant oats or steel cut oats, but I highly recommend sticking to regular rolled oats for the best texture. Instant oats come out too mushy and steel cut oats come out too chewy.
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Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Oats Ingredients:
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk, 2%
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ½ tbsp maple syrup, more to taste
- 1 tsp instant coffee
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
Topping Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp mascarpone cheese
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Add all oats ingredients to a small mason jar or other sealable container and stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once the oats are ready, mix all topping ingredients in a small bowl except for cocoa powder.
- Spoon ~2/3 of the oats into a clean jar or bowl and top with ~2/3 of the topping, followed by the remaining oats and, finally, the rest of the topping. Note: You can also set your oats in individual jars and then just top with the topping before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an estimate.
These are my husband’s favorite! I actually made them for his breakfast for his birthday and he said they were his favorite overnight oats of all time!