Tiramisu Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats layered with mascarpone, espresso, and cocoa for a tiramisu-inspired breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90 g)
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based (240 ml)
03 - 2 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
04 - 1 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, adjusted to taste
06 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Mascarpone Layer
07 - ¼ cup mascarpone cheese (60 g)
08 - 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
09 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
→ Toppings
10 - 2 tbsp dark chocolate shavings or chips
11 - 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
12 - Optional: ladyfinger biscuit pieces and extra coffee for drizzling
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, cooled espresso, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - Divide the oat mixture evenly between two jars or airtight containers, ensuring an even distribution.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup or honey until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and free of lumps.
04 - Spoon the mascarpone mixture over the oat base in each jar, spreading it into an even, thick layer on top.
05 - Seal the jars or containers tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours 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 crushed ladyfinger pieces and a light drizzle of espresso if desired. Serve chilled—stir everything together or enjoy each creamy layer separately for an authentic tiramisu experience.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The mascarpone layer thickens overnight into something that genuinely tastes like the real deal tiramisu cream.
- You get all the coffee and chocolate satisfaction of a dessert with enough fiber and protein to keep you full until lunch.
02 -
- Hot or even warm coffee will partially cook the oats and give you a gummy texture so let it cool completely first.
- The mascarpone layer firms up beautifully in the fridge but if it seems too stiff to spread, let it sit at room temperature for five minutes before layering.
03 -
- Use espresso that you have brewed the same day for the brightest coffee flavor, as stale coffee can taste flat and slightly bitter after sitting overnight.
- Let the jars sit on the counter for ten minutes before eating so the chill softens slightly and the flavors open up beautifully.