Tiramisu Overnight Oats (Printable version)
Overnight oats layered with mascarpone, espresso, and cocoa for a breakfast that tastes like tiramisu.
# What you need:
→ Overnight Oat Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90 g)
02 - 1 cup whole milk or plant-based milk (240 ml)
03 - 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, adjusted to taste
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Mascarpone Layer
07 - 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese (60 g)
08 - 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
→ Toppings
10 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate shavings or mini chips
11 - 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
12 - Optional: crumbled ladyfinger biscuit pieces and extra espresso for drizzling
# How To:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, cooled espresso, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Divide the oat mixture evenly between two jars or airtight containers, spreading into an even layer at the bottom.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup until smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
04 - Spoon the mascarpone mixture over the oat base in each jar, spreading it into a thick, even layer on top.
05 - Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to soften and the flavors to meld.
06 - In the morning, finish each jar with a generous dusting of cocoa powder and dark chocolate shavings. Add crumbled ladyfinger pieces and a light drizzle of espresso if desired. Serve chilled — stir everything together or enjoy each layer separately for a true tiramisu experience.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like you are eating dessert for breakfast but it is packed with fiber, protein, and real energy to carry you through the morning.
- The mascarpone layer sets into something so thick and luscious that you will forget you are eating oats out of a jar.
02 -
- Do not skip the overnight chill because the oats need that full eight hours to absorb the liquid and soften into something truly creamy.
- Taste the mascarpone layer for sweetness before adding it because different yogurts and mascarpone brands vary in tanginess.
03 -
- Let the coffee cool completely before mixing it in because warm coffee can start cooking the oats and change the texture in a way you will not enjoy.
- Tap the jars gently on the counter after adding the oat layer to remove air bubbles before adding the mascarpone on top.