Description
Indulgent Tiramisu Overnight Oats blend Italian dessert magic with breakfast comfort. Espresso-soaked oats and creamy mascarpone create a luxurious morning treat you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) rolled oats or quick oats
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) milk of choice
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) yogurt (or vegan cream cheese)
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon protein powder
- Cocoa powder (for topping)
- Chia seeds
- Cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats with your preferred milk in a jar or container, ensuring even distribution for optimal moisture absorption.
- Dissolve instant coffee or espresso powder thoroughly into the milk-oat mixture, stirring until completely integrated for a consistent coffee flavor profile.
- Add sweetener and pure vanilla extract, mixing gently to create a harmonious blend of sweet and aromatic notes.
- Incorporate a tiny pinch of salt to elevate and balance the overall taste complexity.
- Optional: Stir in protein powder for additional nutritional density and smoother texture if desired.
- Layer yogurt or vegan cream cheese on top of the oat mixture, creating a distinct creamy stratification reminiscent of traditional tiramisu.
- Cover the container and refrigerate overnight (8-12 hours) to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften completely.
- Before serving, dust the surface generously with cocoa powder, creating an authentic tiramisu-inspired presentation.
- For optimal enjoyment, consume chilled directly from the refrigerator within 24-48 hours of preparation.
Notes
- Choose rolled oats for a satisfying, slightly chewy texture that holds up well when stored for a couple of days.
- Adjust instant coffee or espresso powder to control the intensity of the coffee taste, finding your perfect balance of boldness.
- Use a pinch of salt to enhance the overall flavor complexity, especially the rich coffee notes.
- Boost protein content by adding a tablespoon of vanilla or chocolate protein powder for extra nutrition and creaminess.
- Create a vegan-friendly version by substituting Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or almond-based cream cheese.
- Dust cocoa powder on top to elevate the dessert-like experience and capture the authentic tiramisu essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg