Description
These tiramisu overnight oats are a healthy, vegan twist on the classic Italian dessert. Made with layers of chocolate espresso-infused oats and creamy coconut yogurt, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder, this recipe creates a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack that’s gluten-free and low in lactose.
Ingredients
Oats Mixture
- 1 cup oats (quick oats or old fashioned oats)
- 3 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder + more for decorating
- 1½ tablespoon chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoon espresso or brewed coffee (equivalent to 2 espresso shots), cooled
- 1¼ cups unsweetened almond milk (or other non-dairy milk, like soy)
- 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mascarpone Layer
- 1 cup coconut yogurt (or yogurt of choice)
- ½ tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration
- Additional unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- Coffee beans (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the cooled espresso or brewed coffee, almond milk, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract reserved for the oats mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure everything is well combined.
- Refrigerate Oats: Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
- Prepare Mascarpone Layer: In a small bowl, mix the coconut yogurt with the remaining ½ tablespoon of maple syrup and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Layers: Remove the oats from the fridge. Divide half of the oat mixture evenly between two glass jars or mason jars. Add a layer of the coconut yogurt mixture on top of the oats in each jar. Repeat by adding the remaining oats followed by the remaining coconut yogurt mixture to create two layers of each component.
- Decorate and Serve: Sift a generous amount of cocoa powder over the top of each jar. Optionally, garnish with coffee beans for an authentic tiramisu touch. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Use quick oats for softer texture or old fashioned oats for more bite.
- Espresso coffee adds authentic tiramisu flavor; strong brewed coffee works as a substitute.
- Any non-dairy milk can be used if almond milk is unavailable.
- For a sweeter mascarpone layer, adjust maple syrup to taste.
- Overnight refrigeration time can be adjusted from 4 to 8 hours depending on desired texture.
- For added texture, sprinkle nuts or chocolate chips as a topping when serving.
