Description
Tiramisu Overnight Oats is a delicious and easy no-cook breakfast that combines the flavors of classic tiramisu with the convenience of overnight oats. Featuring layers of coffee-soaked oats, creamy Greek yogurt or mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa powder, this recipe is perfect for a quick, elegant start to your day or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Mixture
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled
- ½ cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Creamy Mixture
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or mascarpone cheese
- 1 tbsp cream cheese (optional)
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
Toppings
- ½ tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oats: In a bowl, combine rolled oats, brewed coffee, milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir well and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to begin softening the oats.
- Make the Creamy Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt or mascarpone cheese, cream cheese (if using), and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Layer the Ingredients: In a serving jar or glass, layer the oat mixture and creamy yogurt mixture alternately. Begin with a layer of oats, followed by a layer of the creamy mixture. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with the creamy mixture on top.
- Add Toppings: Dust the top layer generously with unsweetened cocoa powder and garnish with optional dark chocolate shavings for an authentic tiramisu touch.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to fully absorb the flavors and soften.
- Serve: Enjoy your tiramisu-inspired overnight oats chilled as a convenient breakfast or delightful snack.
Notes
- You can substitute the brewed coffee with espresso or strong cold brew for a more intense coffee flavor.
- Use non-dairy milk like almond, oat, or soy milk to make this recipe vegan if you skip the dairy yogurt and cream cheese.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey according to your preference.
- If using mascarpone cheese, the texture will be richer and creamier, enhancing the tiramisu authenticity.
- Dark chocolate shavings are optional but add a nice decorative and flavor element to the dish.
