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Creamy, coffee-infused oats inspired by classic tiramisu. These nourishing overnight oats feature espresso, maple, and manuka honey-making them taste like dessert for breakfast, but with better-for-you ingredients.

Why You'll Love Tiramisu Oats

These Tiramisu Oats are creamy, energizing, and feel like dessert for breakfast. Inspired by the flavors of the classic Italian treat, this nourishing version brings together oats, espresso, and a luscious honey-yogurt topping for a healthy spin on indulgence.

Tips and Tricks

• Use strong espresso: A bold coffee shot gives these oats their classic tiramisu flavor.
• Adjust texture with oat milk: Add more or less depending on how thick you like your oats.
• Sift cacao powder: Dust lightly using a fine mesh sieve for an even, tiramisu-style finish.

Variations

Customize these oats to match your preferences:

• Make it dairy-free: Use coconut or almond yogurt for a plant-based version.
• Add protein: Mix a scoop of your favorite protein powder into the base or topping.
• Dessert upgrade: Add a splash of vanilla extract and a sprinkle of shaved dark chocolate.

Substitutions

Don't have everything on hand? Try these:

• Rolled oats → Quick oats: Just reduce the soak time slightly.
• Maple syrup → Manuka honey or agave: Adjust sweetness to taste.
• Espresso → Strong brewed coffee: Use about 2 tablespoon for a similar kick.

Best Served With

• A dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg
• Fresh berries or banana slices
• A drizzle of extra manuka honey
• Chilled oat milk latte or cold brew

How to Store Leftovers

• Store oats in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the yogurt and topping separate until ready to serve for best texture. Stir before eating and add a splash of milk if it thickens too much.
• This is also perfect for weekly meal prep!

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Creamy, coffee-infused oats inspired by classic tiramisu. These nourishing overnight oats feature espresso, maple, and manuka honey-making them taste like dessert for breakfast, but with better-for-you ingredients.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Californian, Plant-Based

Calories: 319

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

• 40 g rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 50 g oat milk more as needed
• 1 shot espresso
• Pinch salt

Topping:

• 3 tablespoon yogurt plain or protein-enhanced
• 2 tablespoon Manuka honey
• Cacao powder for dusting

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Fine mesh sieve (for dusting cacao)
• Jar or airtight container
• Small whisk
• Spoon

Method

 

1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, oat milk, espresso, and salt. Stir well.
2. Check consistency and add a splash more oat milk if needed.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
4. Once set, mix yogurt and honey together. Spread this mixture over the chilled oats.
5. Finish with a dusting of cacao powder on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 13gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 46mgPotassium: 328mgFiber: 9gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 112IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 3mg

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