Tiramisu Overnight Oats with Cashew Yogurt Mascarpone

Let’s clarify something immediately, overnight tiramisu oats is NOT the traditional Italian tiramisu, its a healthy breakfast recipe with a twist.

 There are no ladyfingers, no mascarpone, no refined sugar, and no espresso-soaked sponge cake. What it it? A healthy tiramisu breakfast inspired by those same cozy flavors: coffee, vanilla, creamy layers, and just enough sweetness to feel indulgent.

It tastes like dessert. It’s secretly breakfast. And it’s built for meal prep and has high protein powder. If you love coffee and want a high-protein vegan breakfast that feels luxurious but takes 5 minutes to prep, this one’s for you.

1. Why This Overnight Oats Recipe Works

This recipe balances texture and flavor in a very intentional way:

• Old-fashioned oats give structure.
• Chia seeds thicken everything overnight.
• Brewed coffee creates that classic tiramisu flavor.
• Date paste or date syrup adds natural sweetness.
• Soy milk (or any non-dairy milk) keeps it creamy.
• Vegan Greek-style yogurt + protein powder becomes your “mascarpone” layer.
• Hemp seeds add healthy fats and extra protein.

The result? Creamy texture, lightly sweet, coffee-forward oats that feel like dessert but keep you full for hours.

2. Vegan Option: Choosing the Right Yogurt

The best vegan yogurt for this recipe is plain, unsweetened, and neutral in flavor.

• Cashew-based yogurt works best. It’s thick, creamy, and closest to mascarpone without overpowering the coffee.
• Soy yogurt is a solid second option.
• Coconut yogurt isn’t ideal, it adds a strong coconut flavor that competes with the tiramisu profile.

Keep it simple: neutral, thick, unsweetened. The coffee should shine.

3. Perfect for Meal Prep

This is one of those overnight oats recipes that actually improves after sitting in the fridge.

You can prep it in a container (the oats in one, the mascarpone in another one, or right before serving) On the day then serve either in a mason jar or a glass.

It keeps well for 3–4 days in the fridge, making it perfect for busy mornings.

Tiramisu Overnight Oats (Hight Protein)

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Course: Breakfast, Snack

Ingredients

Oat Base

• 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
• 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
• 1-2 tablespoons Hemp Seeds
• 2-3 tablespoons Date Syrup or ¼ cup Date Paste
• ¾ cup Oat Milk or any plant milk
• ½ cup Brewed Coffee cooled
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 pinch Salt optional

Vegan "Mascarpone" Layer

• 1/2 cup Vegan Greek-Style Yogurt
• 1 scoop Vanilla or Unflavored Protein Powder or Unflavored Protein Powder

Topping

•  Cacao powder or cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

• Combine dry ingredients.In a (glass, ideally) tupperware, add the old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, hemp seeds, and salt.
  
• Add wet ingredients.Pour in the oat milk, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and date syrup (or date paste).
  
• Seal the container and shake thoroughly until fully combined. If using a bowl, stir until evenly mixed.
  
• Refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to thicken the oats.
• Prepare the mascarpone layer. In a small bowl, mix the vegan Greek-style yogurt with protein powder until smooth and thick. And store in the fridge in a separate tupperware.
  

Next morning

• Assemble.In a glass jar add a layer of creamy overnight oats. Spread the yogurt mixture on top to create a layered tiramisu effect. and repeat.
  
• Finish. Dusting with cacoa powder or unsweetened cacao powder just before serving.
  

Notes

• Use cooled coffee to prevent the oats from becoming bitter.
• Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing date paste.
• For stronger flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the oat mixture before refrigerating.

Storage

• Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Add the cacao powder topping right before serving for best presentation.

Tiramisu Overnight Oats FAQ