Tiramisu Oatmeal (Single Serve)

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Did you know that tiramisu means “pick me up” or “cheer me up”? If tiramisu oatmeal is on the breakfast menu, I would certainly jump out of bed in a flash. This nourishing and delicious combination of coffee-soaked overnight oats topped with tiramisu-inspired Greek yogurt layers and a generous dusting of cocoa will cheer you up for sure. An easy meal-prep-friendly breakfast that’s packed with fiber, protein and caffeine, making it an all-around delicious start to your day. Dessert for breakfast anyone? Yes, please!

A clear jar of tiramisu overnight oats on a shingle plate. Mason jar lid, tea towel, spoon, oats, and coffee beans are next to it.

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Ingredients

Oats – Rolled oats work best for this tiramisu porridge but you can also use quick oats or creamy scotch oats.
Coffee – A shot of good quality espresso adds some great flavor to the oatmeal. You can use a strong brew of your choice or even decaf if you wish. Instant coffee works as well, simply prepare a strong coffee following the packet’s instructions.
Greek yogurt – A thick Greek yogurt gives the tiramisu overnight oats the mascarpone-like richness and creaminess. You can substitute it with quark.
Milk – Full-fat milk adds richness to the oatmeal but you can also use a lower fat version or plant-based milk, especially oat milk.
Maple syrup – The syrup not only sweetens the tiramisu oats but adds depth of flavor. You substitute it with other sweeteners of your choice including sugar, honey, or golden syrup.
Vanilla – Vanilla extract gives the greek yogurt extra flavor. You can substitute it with vanilla essence, paste, or fresh vanilla beans.
Almond butter – Creamy almond butter adds another classic tiramisu flavor to these overnight oats as well as extra protein. You can omit these for a nut-free dessert or use a crunchy version to add more texture to your oats.
Cocoa – I generous dusting of dutch processed cocoa powder as a great chocolate flavor to this recipe. Alternatively, you can use raw cacao or cocoa powder.

Tips

Meal prep: Double or triple batch the overnight oats and Greek yogurt layer for a week of tasty tiramisu. All that’s left to do is to add a generous layer of cocoa powder in the morning.
Make sure the coffee has cooled down before adding it to the oats and subsequently to the Greek yogurt or it will impact their consistency.
Don’t fill the mason jar to the brim as the oats will expand a bit.
For a quicker version, use quick oats or creamy scotch oats instead of rolled oats and warm coffee if you don’t have time to soak them overnight. Soak them for a minimum of 3 hours.

Variations

Sugar-free: Substitute the maple syrup with monk fruit or stevia for a sugar-free oatmeal.
Dairy-free / vegan: Use your favorite plant-based milk – oat milk works really well – and choose a plant-based yogurt to make this recipe dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
Nut-free: Simply omit the almond butter.
Gluten-free: Choose gluten-free labeled oats.
Make it dessert: The classic Italian dessert typically features amaretto in the soaked ladyfinger layer. Simply add 1/4 tsp of amaretto to the oats alongside the coffee if you’d like to serve it as a dessert later in the day.

FAQ

Will the tiramisu oats thicken overnight?

Yes, they will. The oats will expand and you’ll end up with a creamy consistency. Make sure you’ll leave some space in the jar for them to expand.

How long do overnight oats last in the fridge?

You can store overnight oats in an airtight jar for up to 3 days in the fridge.