Description
Breakfast lovers will adore this Tiramisu overnight oats recipe blending Italian dessert inspiration with morning convenience. Creamy coffee-soaked oats topped with cocoa powder offer delicious layers of flavor you can enjoy chilled from the refrigerator.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240 ml) almond milk
- 1 cup (240 ml) vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 shot (30 ml) espresso or 2 tsp instant coffee
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Mixture Preparation: Whisk rolled oats, chia seeds, salt, espresso, almond milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Container Transfer: Pour the oat mixture into an airtight container or individual mason jars, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Chilling Process: Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight, allowing oats to absorb liquid and develop a creamy, luxurious texture.
- Layering Technique: When serving, gently stir the chilled oat mixture, then create elegant layers alternating coffee-infused oats with Greek yogurt, delicately dusting each layer with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Final Presentation: Garnish with an optional sprinkle of cocoa powder or dark chocolate shavings, creating a visually appealing and indulgent breakfast that captures the essence of traditional tiramisu.
Notes
- Optimize Coffee Strength: Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee to capture authentic tiramisu flavor intensity, ensuring a robust taste profile.
- Chill for Perfect Texture: Minimum 4-hour refrigeration allows oats to absorb liquid completely, creating a luxurious, creamy consistency similar to traditional dessert.
- Layer with Precision: Build elegant layers carefully, alternating oats and Greek yogurt to mimic classic tiramisu visual appeal and texture complexity.
- Enhance Cocoa Quality: Select high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for authentic, rich flavor without unnecessary added sugars, elevating overall taste experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg