Tiramisu Overnight Oats turn your favorite dessert into a healthy, fiber-packed breakfast with 14 grams of protein and a creamy Greek yogurt topping.
Meal prep the whole week with cottage cheese overnight oats and pumpkin overnight oats.
Tiramisu overnight oats are my newest twist on a classic dessert. I love making healthier versions of tiramisu, like cottage cheese tiramisu and tiramisu chia pudding, I am just obsessed!
I’ve been lucky enough to visit Italy twice and a bunch of places across Europe, and I always order tiramisu in every country I visit. Turning those flavors into overnight oats is such an easy and delicious way to enjoy a little taste of it any day of the week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Dessert anytime: Tastes like a treat but acts as a healthy breakfast or healthy snack.
- High in protein: 14 grams per serving, and I’ve added some easy ways to boost it if you want.
- Adaptable: Naturally vegetarian and easily made gluten free with certified oats.
- A taste of Europe: This tiramisu overnight oats recipe is inspired by the real-deal tiramisu, but made simple for busy mornings.
Ingredients for Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Just 8 simple ingredients we all have at home.
- Milk: I used almond milk, but any plant-based milk or regular dairy milk works for this recipe.
- Greek yogurt: Makes these oats creamy, boosts the protein, and helps create that decadent top layer. Use your favorite brand and fat content, or go for vanilla Greek yogurt if you prefer a sweeter touch.
- Chia seeds: These tiny seeds thicken your oats while adding fiber, protein, and healthy omega-3s.
- Oats: Rolled oats are my go-to, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
- Espresso: Infuses the oats with rich, aromatic coffee flavor. If you don’t have an espresso machine, strong brewed coffee does the trick.
- Liquid sweetener: I used maple syrup because I love the flavor, and it dissolves easily in cold milk, but honey is good too. You can also try agave nectar.
- Vanilla: A splash of pure vanilla extract adds warmth and subtle sweetness.
- Cacao powder: Can’t skip the chocolate! A dusting of cacao or cocoa powder gives that classic tiramisu flavor and look.
How to Make Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Tiramisu oats are a breeze to make, and if you’ve got to share, just double it up!
- Mix the base: In a 3 cup glass container with lid, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, espresso, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in chia seeds and oats. Make sure everything is well combined.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld and the oats soften.
- Finish and enjoy: Top with a layer of Greek yogurt, then dust with cacao powder using a small sieve. Enjoy warm or cold!
Tips for Best Results
With the right ingredients and a few tips, this really turns into dessert for breakfast.
- Coffee you can use: This recipe works with regular or decaf espresso shots, strong brewed coffee, instant coffee powder, or instant espresso powder. Just mix instant coffee with a little water first.
- Best oats to use: Use old-fashioned oats for the best texture. Quick oats get too soft, and steel cut oats stay too firm.
- Adjust the thickness: Add more liquid for a creamier texture or reduce it for a thicker consistency. They’re best enjoyed in the morning when they’ve had time to soak and set.
- Let sit overnight: Overnight oats work their magic while you sleep by soaking up the liquid and becoming soft and creamy by morning. 8 hours is fine, but overnight is best!
Add Extra Protein
Any of these add-ins will boost the protein for you.
- Protein powder: A scoop of your favorite high-quality protein powder like LeanFit whey or a good plant-based option. You might need a little extra milk since it absorbs liquid.
- Nut butter: Stir in peanut butter, almond butter, or your favorite variety. Or drizzle it on top.
- Hemp hearts: Sprinkled on top or added to the oat mixture.
- Cottage cheese: Combined with the Greek yogurt not only adds protein but makes your oats extra creamy.
- Nuts: Chopped almonds, crushed hazelnuts, pecans, or walnuts.
Toppings Ideas
- Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips
- Cinnamon
- Fresh berries
- A drizzle of maple syrup or honey
- Coconut flakes
How to Store
Store: Cover the airtight container with the lid and keep tiramisu overnight oats in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Due to the chia seeds and yogurt, I don’t recommend freezing because the texture will turn gritty and watery.
FAQs
Yes, these overnight oats are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Soaking the oats overnight also helps with digestion. Just keep an eye on the toppings and add-ins
Old-fashioned rolled oats have the best texture. Quick oats are a close second, but they can get a bit too soft. I don’t recommend steel cut oats because they stay too chewy and don’t soften as well overnight.
You can. Mix everything in a large bowl and divide it between 8 ounces mason jars, leaving room for adding Greek yogurt in the morning.
More Meal Prep Breakfast Recipes
- Cottage cheese pudding
- Baked yogurt
- Baked cottage cheese
- Vanilla chia pudding
- Chocolate chia pudding
Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Oats:
- 1 1/2 cups any milk, I use unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, any fat %
- 3 tablespoons espresso, or strong brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
For the Topping:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tablespoon cacao powder
Instructions
- In a 3 cup glass container with a lid, add milk, Greek yogurt, espresso, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Whisk well.
- Add chia seeds and oats, stir to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or best overnight.
- Add dollops of Greek yogurt on top and spread with a spoon into a single layer. Dust with cacao powder, using a small mesh sieve and enjoy warm or cold!
Notes
- Store: Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
