Tiramisu Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats layered with espresso, cocoa, and mascarpone for a decadent morning treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Tiramisu Layer

07 - 1/4 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
08 - 2 tbsp mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese for a lighter option)
09 - 1 tbsp cocoa powder, plus more for dusting
10 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey

→ Toppings

11 - 2 tbsp dark chocolate shavings (optional)
12 - Cocoa powder, for dusting

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well to mix thoroughly.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together espresso, mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, and maple syrup until smooth and creamy.
03 - Spoon half of the oat mixture into two jars or bowls, dividing evenly between containers.
04 - Top each with half of the tiramisu layer, spreading gently over the oats.
05 - Add the remaining oat mixture, followed by the remaining tiramisu layer in each container.
06 - Cover and refrigerate overnight for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
07 - Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and sprinkle with chocolate shavings if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its like having dessert for breakfast without any of the morning-after guilt
  • The flavors actually get better overnight as everything melds together
02 -
  • The chia seeds need those full 8 hours to properly hydrate, so trying to shortcut this will leave you with crunchy rather than creamy oats
  • Mascarpone can seize up if you mix it too aggressively, so whisk gently and patiently until smooth
03 -
  • Make sure your espresso is completely cooled before mixing it with the mascarpone to prevent any curdling or separation
  • Use a wide-mouth jar for easier layering and scooping when it is time to eat

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