Description
This Tiramisu Overnight Oats recipe is a delightful and creamy twist on the classic Italian dessert, layered with espresso, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfect for a nutritious and indulgent breakfast or snack, these oats are prepared ahead and left to soak overnight, resulting in a smooth, flavorful, and ready-to-eat dish in the morning.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups quick oats (or rolled oats)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 espresso coffee shots (about 1/2 cup, cooled)
- 3/4 cup almond milk (or 2% milk)
- 1/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
Topping
- 1/3 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare coffee: Brew 2 espresso coffee shots ahead of time and allow them to cool completely before using to avoid curdling or warming the yogurt mixture.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the quick oats, chia seeds, 1/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cooled espresso, and almond milk.
- Mix everything: Stir all ingredients thoroughly until well combined to ensure even soaking and flavor distribution.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb liquid and soften.
- Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix together 1/3 cup vanilla Greek yogurt and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.
- Stir oats: Remove the soaked oats from the fridge and give them a good mix to loosen the texture.
- Assemble jars: Divide the overnight oats evenly into 2 to 3 serving jars or containers.
- Add topping and dust: Smoothly layer the vanilla Greek yogurt topping over the oats in each jar and dust each with cocoa powder evenly.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to eat for a delicious tiramisu-inspired breakfast or snack.
Notes
- If the oats are too thick after soaking, add a splash more almond milk to adjust the consistency.
- You can substitute honey for maple syrup if preferred.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder or cold brew concentrate instead of espresso shots.
- Use rolled oats for a chewier texture, or quick oats for a creamier consistency.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled for more servings.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
