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My tiramisu overnight oats feature layers of coffee-infused oats with creamy yogurt and cocoa powder. It’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert.
If you are hungry for more oatmeal recipes, try my chocolate oatmeal, protein oatmeal, overnight steel cut oats, and vanilla oatmeal next.
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I eat overnight oats every single morning and rarely get sick of it because of how easy it is to customize. This is where tiramisu oatmeal comes into play.
It’s the best of both worlds, with the chocolatey espresso flavor of tiramisu plus the satiating powers of oats. The addition of sweetened yogurt makes a mock mascarpone that really makes you think you are having dessert for breakfast.
Why I love this recipe
- Healthy and filling. The mornings I have overnight oats are the mornings I feel like I can take over the world!
- Easy to meal prep. Make up to five servings and have breakfast sorted for the entire week.
- Tastes like the real deal. Traditional tiramisu is layered with coffee-soaked cookies, mascarpone, and cocoa powder. I use healthy breakfast ingredients to create the same rich flavor and gorgeous texture.
- Easy to modify. Make it vegan or gluten-free, or serve it warm if that’s your thing.
Key Ingredients
- Rolled oats. While quick oats can work, I find that they have a slightly softer texture that doesn’t work as well as the old fashioned kind.
- Sugar. I typically use coconut sugar or brown sugar, but you can use regular sugar, brown sugar substitute, or a liquid sweetener like maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Cocoa powder. Unsweetened cocoa powder, please. For a richer flavor, I sometimes use dark cocoa powder.
- Instant coffee powder. Gives the oats a delicious coffee flavor and dissolves easily, leaving no gritty texture behind. You can also use caffeine-free coffee if needed.
- Milk. I use unsweetened almond milk, but any milk of choice is fine.
- Yogurt. A sweetened yogurt like vanilla yogurt or plain sweetened yogurt is best, but unsweetened or Greek yogurt will work too. Just be wary that the oats won’t be as sweet.
- Toppings. For the ultimate tiramisu flavor, add some lightly sweetened cream (or cream cheese) and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Find the printable recipe with measurements below.
How to make tiramisu overnight oats
Step 1- Mix. In two small bowls or jars, combine the oats, sugar, cocoa powder, and instant coffee. Add the remaining ingredients and stir.
Step 2- Chill. Cover the bowls and refrigerate them for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 3- Assemble. Mix the oats and add more milk if needed. Serve with toppings and enjoy!
Arman’s recipe tips
- Swap the coffee. If you don’t like the taste of coffee, swap the instant coffee for a drizzle of almond butter. It won’t have the exact same flavor, but it’ll be creamy and delicious nonetheless!
- Make layers. For a more traditional tiramisu ‘look,’ mix the yogurt and maple syrup separately, then layer each mason jar with oats, yogurt, more oats, yogurt, and a dusting of cocoa powder (as pictured).
- Make tiramisu protein overnight oats. Add one scoop of your favorite vanilla or chocolate-flavored protein powder.
- Enhance the flavor. Add one teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt.
Frequently asked questions
If you prefer warm oats, you have two options. Either add the dry ingredients to your bowl and top with hot milk or make overnight oats and microwave them for one minute in the morning.
More healthy breakfast ideas
- Coconut chia seed pudding
- High protein overnight oats
- Oatmeal breakfast cookies
- Peanut butter protein shake
- Or any of my healthy breakfast recipes
Tiramisu Overnight Oats
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Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or any sweetener of choice
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- Add the oats, sugar, cocoa powder, and instant coffee in two small bowls or jars. Add the milk and vanilla yogurt and mix well.
- Cover the bowls/jars and refrigerate them for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to enjoy, give the oats a mix and add more milk, if needed. Add some toppings and enjoy immediately.
What a wonderful way to start off your day! mmm mmm mmmm Arman!
xoxo Sarah Grace, Fresh Fit N Healthy.
Thanks buddy!
Ha – my mom was strict like that too and guess what my favorite ice cream flavor was growing up?? yup – coffee! I’m a total sucker for anything tiramisu and love the idea of using the flavors in oatmeal!
YES- You and me both- haha, I felt like such a rebel! Thank you, Serena!
This looks delicious! And it goes perfectly with my love of overnight oats.
Thank you, Jill- I love the overnight cook methods without the yogurt!
Ugh, coffee is my life….seriously, I started drinking it in college and never stopped. Coffee pot in the office and all!
Your standard pot in the morning. Oh I know you too well.
Good sir, you come up with the most awesome oatmeal recipes! Tiramisu is definitely one of my favorite desserts, so I’m gonna have to make this happen shortly!
Thank you! Definitely try it out!
Funny you should mention coffee… I just got off work (yes on a Saturday) and I was debating between taking a nap or drinking coffee. I opted for the cup of coffee, which I’m currently sipping on, and knowing me, I might end up taking that nap anyway. 🙂
I cannot believe you worked Saturday……I hope the coffee fuelled something epic, but not cleaning out a freezer. 😉
Whyyyyy do you have to taunt me with tiramisu oatmeal when I legit have no way of making it?!? I brought instant oat packets with me to Vegas, but there are no in-room coffee makers, and the people in the shops look at you funny if you ask for a cup of hot water. Ugh. At least I’ll be home soon 😉
And coffee became liquid gold for me somewhere around the age of 21… It was tar prior to that.
Who is this on here…..sending some Vegas love?!
21. You late bloomer, you.
I absolutely adore coffee, although living in Asia means managing expectations when it comes to a really great cup. Sometimes I treat myself to the bazillion-ringgit Indonesian super special coffee blend at the grocery store but mostly my budget wins out. Luckily I will drink (or eat) it in any way, shape or form.
yes!! so hard to find good coffee there- iced milo doesn’t cut it ha!
I am a total coffee whore, and while this breakfast looks DELICIOUS, you will not see me skipping my coffee for it. I would pair them together. I am ALL ABOUT the coffee pairings. To be honest, I ADORE Starbucks and it’s not just because I work there, I have learned so much about their beans and the process/love that goes into each bag of coffee. I also love local shops, but have been skunked on the local brews that last two times I’ve deviated from Starbucks..the local stuff tasted like garbage water. I love my brew BOLD and black, and Starbucks ALWAYS delivers for my strong taste buds. Total tangent here…You should totally come to Seattle to see the first Starbucks..just sayin.
No worries appreciate the tangent- coming from a coffee guru like yourself, I respect it!
I love both coffee and coffee flavored things. When I used to make ice cream I had to make a Tiramisu flavor. Lady fingers soaked in Marsala wine and chocolate chunks. It was so strong but so delicious!
That does sound delicious- and wine! Wow!
Yay! I have been looking forward to this recipe ever since you teased us with it.
I am not a coffee drinker nor do I usually like coffee-flavored desserts. However, I have had a couple of bites of a friend’s tiramisu and was pleasantly surprised. I have yet to order my own slice so this oatmeal will be my gateway. As an Italian I am ashamed to admit I don’t know much about Italian desserts. Aside from tiramisu and gelato the only thing I could think of is cannoli. So, I guess my favorite would be gelato.
I hope your next selfie captures you mid Paris Hilton dance.:)
You need to live up to your culture, Sarah! Try Tartufo first- that is deadly.
Coffee is my middle name! 🙂 My grandmother would give me a little teacup of coffee – mostly milk but still – when I was little!
OHhh how lucky- I wish my grandma did that!
Ohhhh… my tiramisu parfait hasn’t happened in wayyyyy to long. Is it weird that I like Tiramisu batter for breakfast than dessert?
You, out of all people, I don’t think ANYTHING is weird these days.
I LOVE coffee ice cream! It is one of my favorite flavors! At coldstone I used to always get coffee ice cream with raspberries and oreos mixed in!! SO GOOD!
I started drinking coffee in high school…. not exactly sure how old I was… my rents were pretty laid back though and they didn’t care that I started drinking coffee!
Favorite Italian dessert…… GELATO 🙂
Raspberries AND coffee? Crazy lady.
But I forgive you for loving gelato.