Ever wished you could wake up and eat tiramisu—without assembling a whole dessert? That’s exactly how I landed on my Tiramisu Overnight Oats. One evening, craving coffee and cocoa, I whisked together oats, espresso, yogurt, and a protein boost—and by morning, it tasted like a breakfast-dessert mashup. Now, it’s my go-to when I want a protein-packed, indulgent jar that feels fancy but is fuss-free. I use blended oats for a creamier texture, and this recipe is packed with protein (almost 40 grams per serving) to keep you fueled all morning. Trust me, this recipe will make you actually look forward to waking up!
And, if you’re looking for more overnight oat options to meal prep for your morning routine, I highly recommend checking out the other flavors I’ve posted – strawberry oats, brownie batter oats, and cinnamon roll oats!
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How to Eat / What to Pair With Tiramisu Overnight Oats
There are so many ways you can enjoy this recipe:
- Because it’s protein-rich, I often use it as a substantial post-workout breakfast or brunch treat.
- As a cold breakfast jar — scoop directly from the fridge.
- Let it sit ~10 minutes at room temp before eating if you prefer slightly warmed texture.
- Warm option: microwave for 20–40 seconds (test your jar’s heat tolerance).
- Toppings to elevate: shaved dark chocolate, chopped nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts), fresh berries, nut butter drizzle, or a shot of extra espresso on top.
And, if you’re looking for more breakfast ideas, make sure to check out my other breakfast recipes page! I have both sweet and savory options on there including quick and easy breakfast sandwiches and two-ingredient protein bagels!
Key Ingredients for Tiramisu Overnight Oats
1. Coffee-Cocoa Oat Base
- Blended rolled oats + milk (of choice) – I lightly pulse the oats so they soak evenly. The milk hydrates the oats and builds a creamy texture.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder + dissolved instant coffee (dark roast) + maple syrup + chocolate protein powder + vanilla – These bring the tiramisu flavor: the cocoa gives chocolate, the coffee gives the espresso note, the maple syrup gives sweetness, and the protein powder hammers up the nutrition and helps with creaminess.
2. Creamy Filling / Topping
(Optional garnish) Unsweetened cocoa powder on top – For that final tiramisu look and added chocolate punch.
Greek yogurt + sweetened condensed milk + sour cream + vanilla + vanilla-ice-cream protein powder – A luscious, tang-sweet layer that mimics mascarpone’s richness but with protein.
How to Make Tiramisu Overnight Oats
- Dissolve instant coffee in hot water and cool.
- Blend oats, then mix with cocoa, milk, maple syrup, chocolate protein powder, vanilla, and cooled coffee.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt, condensed milk, vanilla, sour cream, and vanilla protein powder.
- Layer oat mixture and creamy filling in jars.
- Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Dust unsweetened cocoa powder before serving.
FAQ
Yes. Use plant-based milk (oat, almond, soy) in the oat base, and replace Greek yogurt, sour cream, and condensed milk with dairy-free yogurt, coconut cream + cashew cream, or sweetened plant-based yogurt. You may need to adjust sweetness or thickness slightly.
Absolutely — you can replace the dissolved instant coffee with cooled brewed espresso, cold brew, or strong coffee. Just reduce added water accordingly so the mixture isn’t too runny.
Yes. You can omit the protein powder or use a different flavor (unflavored, vanilla, chocolate) to suit your macros. If skipping it, the texture will still be creamy but slightly less thick.
Tiramisu Overnight Oats (High Protein Recipe)
Ingredients
Chocolate Coffee Oat Base
- 1.5 cup Old fashioned rolled oats, blended
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Milk of choice
- 1-2 tsp dark roast instant coffee, (to taste)
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, or to taste
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla extract
Creamy Filling
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream protein powder
Garnish
- Unsweetened cocoa powder on top
Instructions
- Make the coffee mixture: Dissolve the dark roast instant coffee in hot water. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the oat base: Blend your oats in a mixer until smooth. In a mixing bowl, combine blended rolled oats, unsweetened cocoa powder, milk, maple syrup, chocolate protein powder, and vanilla extract. Add the cooled coffee mixture and mix well.
- Assemble the creamy topping: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, sour cream, and vanilla ice cream protein powder. Whisk until smooth.
- Layer and refrigerate: In a jar or container, layer the oat mixture and creamy topping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Top with a dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder just before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Such a delicious way to make overnight oats! Yum!