Why you’ll love Tiramisu Overnight Oats!
If you’ve ever wanted a breakfast that feels a little special without making your morning harder, these tiramisu overnight oats are for you. They’re inspired by the flavors of tiramisu, with coffee-soaked oats, a creamy topping, and a generous dusting of cocoa powder, all packed into an easy make-ahead breakfast. ☕
Louise and I make overnight oats often because they’re one of the easiest ways to enjoy a nutritious, fiber-rich breakfast made with simple ingredients. The challenge is that plain overnight oats can get boring after a while. That’s why we love creating new variations, and this tiramisu version has become one of our favorites. It delivers that cozy coffee-shop flavor while still being satisfying enough for a busy weekday morning. ✨
Another reason we love this recipe is how flexible it is. Use espresso, moka pot coffee, French press coffee, leftover brewed coffee, or even instant coffee. You can make the coffee flavor as bold or as mild as you like and customize the creamy topping to suit your taste.
Easy to prepare, great for meal prep, and surprisingly delicious, these tiramisu overnight oats are the kind of breakfast you’ll look forward to waking up for. 🍫
Ingredients
Full ingredients and substitutions are in the recipe box below.
- Rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats give the best texture for this overnight oats recipe. Quick oats work too, but they’ll be softer. Avoid steel-cut oats, which won’t soften enough overnight.
- Chia seeds: Help thicken the oats and add extra fiber. Ground flax seeds are the best substitute. If you don’t have either, stir a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the oat mixture for extra creaminess.
- Milk: Any milk works here, including dairy milk, almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk. Use your favorite.
- Coffee: This is what gives these coffee overnight oats their tiramisu-inspired flavor. Use espresso, moka pot coffee, French press coffee, drip coffee, cold brew, or instant coffee dissolved in milk.
- Maple syrup: Adds a little sweetness. Substitute honey, agave, date syrup, or your preferred sweetener.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warmth and rounds out the coffee flavor. Almond extract can be used for a different twist.
- Greek yogurt: Creates the creamy topping. Substitute low-fat Greek yogurt or Skyr for even more protein. For a richer Italian-inspired breakfast, mix in a spoonful of mascarpone. Ricotta or cream cheese also work well.
- Cocoa powder: A light dusting on top gives the classic tiramisu finish. Unsweetened cacao powder works too.
How to Make Tiramisu Overnight Oats
Step 1: Mix and chill the oats
Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, milk, coffee (warm or cooled), maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a medium bowl or storage container.
Stir well until everything is evenly combined and no dry oats remain.
Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours. As the oats rest, they’ll absorb the liquid and soften into a creamy overnight oats recipe with rich coffee flavor.
Step 2: Make the creamy topping
Shortly before serving, stir together the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
Mix until smooth and creamy. This simple topping adds the rich, velvety finish that makes these oats feel inspired by tiramisu.
Step 3: Assemble and serve
Give the oats a good stir. If they look thicker than you like, add a splash of milk to loosen them up.
Spoon the oats into two jars or bowls, then top with the yogurt mixture.
Finish with a generous dusting of cocoa powder and serve cold. This easy breakfast recipe is perfect for busy mornings and can be made several days ahead.
Dietary Variations
- Vegan: Use your favorite plant-based milk and swap the Greek yogurt for a dairy-free yogurt. Coconut, almond, and soy yogurt all work well. Make sure your sweetener is vegan-friendly too.
- Dairy-Free: Replace the milk and yogurt with dairy-free alternatives. Unsweetened soy milk and soy yogurt are especially creamy and work well in this recipe.
- Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats. The rest of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free, but it’s always worth checking labels if needed.
- Nut-Free: Choose dairy milk, oat milk, or soy milk instead of almond milk. Double-check packaged ingredients if you’re serving someone with a nut allergy.
- High-Protein: Stir a scoop of vanilla protein powder into the oat mixture and add an extra splash of milk if needed. You can also use Skyr or high-protein Greek yogurt for the topping.
- High-Fiber: Add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed or an extra teaspoon of chia seeds to the oat mixture. Fresh berries are another easy way to add more fiber.
- Lower-Sugar: Reduce the maple syrup to suit your taste or use your preferred sugar-free sweetener. The coffee and cocoa flavors still shine through beautifully.
Tips
- Let the oats chill overnight: While 6 hours is enough, an overnight rest gives the oats a creamier texture and a deeper coffee flavor.
- Use coffee you enjoy drinking: Espresso, moka pot coffee, French press coffee, drip coffee, cold brew, and instant coffee all work well. Since coffee is the main flavor, use one you like.
- Adjust the coffee strength to your taste: This recipe has a moderate coffee flavor that most people enjoy. For a bolder tiramisu taste, use stronger coffee or add a little extra.
- Stir thoroughly before chilling: Make sure the chia seeds are evenly distributed so they don’t clump together as the oats set.
- Don’t use steel-cut oats: They stay too firm and chewy. Old-fashioned rolled oats give the best texture.
- Check the texture before serving: Overnight oats continue to thicken as they sit. If they’re thicker than you like, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
- Make the topping your own: The Greek yogurt topping keeps the recipe light and simple, but you can mix in a little mascarpone, ricotta, or cream cheese for a richer version.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use instant coffee instead of brewed coffee?
Yes. Replace the brewed coffee with extra milk and stir 1 to 2 teaspoons of instant coffee granules directly into the mixture. Adjust the amount to match your preferred coffee strength.
Can I make tiramisu overnight oats without chia seeds?
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
Can I make these oats ahead for the week?
How to store tiramisu overnight oats?
Can I make the topping richer?
Why are my overnight oats too thick?
Tiramisu Overnight Oats are a simple make-ahead breakfast with rich coffee flavor, creamy texture, and plenty of protein to keep you satisfied. They’re perfect for busy mornings and taste like a treat while being made with wholesome everyday ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Chill Time: 4 hours hrs
Total Time: 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Servings: –+ people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Instructions
- Mix the oats: In a medium bowl or storage container, stir together 1 cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ⅔ cups milk, ⅓ cup strong brewed coffee (warm or cooled), 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Make the yogurt topping: shortly before serving, in a small bowl, stir together ¾ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble: Give the oats a good stir. If they seem too thick, add a splash of milk.Divide the oats between two jars or bowls. Top with the yogurt mixture and dust generously with 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder.Serve cold.
Notes
Substitutions
- Rolled oats → Quick oats (softer texture). Avoid steel-cut oats.
- Chia seeds → Ground flax seeds, or a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Milk → Dairy milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, or your favorite milk.
- Coffee → Espresso, moka pot coffee, French press coffee, drip coffee, cold brew, or instant coffee dissolved in milk.
- Maple syrup → Honey, agave, date syrup, or your preferred sweetener.
- Vanilla extract → Almond extract for a different flavor.
- Greek yogurt → Low-fat Greek yogurt, Skyr, mascarpone, ricotta, or cream cheese.
- Cocoa powder → Unsweetened cacao powder.
Dietary Variations
- Vegan/Dairy-Free: Use plant-based milk and dairy-free yogurt.
- Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
- Nut-Free: Use dairy, oat, or soy milk instead of almond milk.
- High-Protein: Add vanilla protein powder and/or use Skyr.
- High-Fiber: Add ground flaxseed, extra chia seeds, or berries.
- Lower-Sugar: Reduce the maple syrup or use a sugar-free sweetener.
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