Rise and shine with a nod to Italian decadence! Start your day with a healthy and delicious jar of Tiramisu Overnight Oats.
This recipe pays homage to one of the most iconic desserts in the world, all whilst keeping things nutritious, easy and convenient. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, Greek yoghurt, nutrient-dense chia seeds and a touch of honey.
This perfect breakfast on the go is a guilt-free way to start your morning, all while conveniently fuelling your busy day.
Love this Tiramisu overnight oats recipe and want more healthy recipes? Then try this chocolate porridge with Nutella or this creamy peanut butter porridge.
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What's to love about this recipe
- Prepare everything the night before, then simply combine it in the morning. A pot of healthy Tiramisu Overnight Oats is the ideal make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings, or to take along to work.
- It's nutritious. Overnight oats is made with heart-healthy oats, which is high in fibre and protein, making it a filling and satisfying breakfast option.
- The addition of Greek yoghurt and cream cheese adds some healthy fats and protein to the mix.
- Can be customised to your liking by adjusting the sweetness, or adding toppings like chocolate chips, cocoa powder or fresh berries.
- Tiramisu is a beloved Italian dessert and turning it into a healthy breakfast is a fun and creative way to enjoy its flavours in a new way.
- Gluten-free.
Key ingredient notes and substitutions
**Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full list of ingredients.
Oatmeal
You can find oatmeal in most supermarkets. They come in different textures like rolled, fine-milled, steel cut oats, instant oats/quick oats, etc. Pick the one you like best.
Milk
Use your favourite type of milk, whether that be dairy, or non-dairy milk like oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk.
Chia seeds
Helps make a nice thick porridge.
Due to their high fibre and protein content, chia seeds can help keep you feeling full for longer, potentially leading to fewer overall calories consumed.
You can also replace chia seeds with vanilla protein powder.
Honey
We use honey as a sweetening agent. You can also use sugar, pure maple syrup, agave syrup, date syrup or other sweetener of choice.
Coffee
Brew the coffee a little stronger than you would normally have to drink.
Use your favourite coffee, whether that be instant coffee powder, espresso powder or filter coffee. You can also use a 40ml shot of espresso brewed with an espresso machine.
Unsweetened Greek yoghurt
You can also use any plain yoghurt, full cream yoghurt, low fat yoghurt, lactose-free yoghurt or a vegan yoghurt.
Plain yoghurt is the preferred choice for this recipe, but if you prefer a subtle hint of sweetness, using vanilla yoghurt can be a great alternative.
Cream cheese
We use full-fat cream cheese. You can also use low-fat cream cheese for a healthier option. Alternatively, you can use mascarpone for a touch of luxury.
Cocoa powder
Used for dusting over the top of your overnight oats for that familiar cocoa taste of Tiramisu. We use unsweetened cocoa powder.
How to make overnight oats - Quick summary
- Combine the oats, milk, chia seeds, honey and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Give it a good stir.
- Brew the coffee and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the yoghurt, cream cheese and honey with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Place all the ingredients in the fridge ready for assembly. Keep it inside an airtight container or cover well with plastic wrap.
- The next day, stir the cold coffee into the oats. In a glass, bowl or mason jar, spoon in a layer of the oat mixture, followed by the yoghurt mixture and ending with another layer of oats.
- Finish with a good dusting of cocoa powder.
Variations
You can top your Tiramisu overnight oats with...
- Cocoa nibs.
- Choc chips.
- Grated chocolate.
- Fresh fruit.
- Extra honey.
How to make this lactose/dairy-free
- Swap dairy milk for oat, soy, almond or lactose-free milk.
- Replace the cream cheese and Greek yoghurt with lactose-free yoghurt.
Storage
This will keep well in the fridge for up to two days. Not suitable for freezing.
Other breakfast recipes you might enjoy
Chocolate porridge with Nutella
FAQ
No, not at all. The oats will need at least 5-6 hours of soaking time though.
You can if you so wish, it just won't be as creamy. It will definitely be a healthier version with fewer calories.
If you're allergic to dairy, you can instead replace it with plant-based milk.
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Recipe
Tiramisu overnight oats
Ingredients
For the oats
- 125 millilitre oatmeal
- 125 millilitre milk - dairy, almond, oat etc
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Tiramisu topping
- 40 millilitre strong brewed coffee
- 125 millilitre Greek yoghurt
- 80 millilitre cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
Prep the oats
- Mix the oatmeal, milk, chia seeds, honey and vanilla extract in a bowl. Leave in the fridge for a minimum of 5 hours, ideally overnight.
- Brew 40ml of strong coffee and keep in the fridge with the oats,
Make the Tiramisu topping
- Combine the yoghurt, cream cheese and honey in a bowl and whisk with a fork until creamy and smooth. Place in the fridge along with the oats and coffee.
Assemble your breakfast
- Add the coffee to the oats and mix well.
- In bowls, glasses or jars, spoon a layer of the oats, followed by a layer of yoghurt and ending with a layer with oats. Dust with cocoa powder.
**Nutritional data disclaimer**
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is calculated by a third party and we cannot guarantee the accuracy. We try our best to give you the most accurate information, but we do not take responsibility for errors that may be present. Also, the nutritional value of the recipe may change depending on the exact brands and products used. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian for personalised advice on your dietary needs.
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