This Tiramisu Overnight Oats With A Hard Chocolate Shell will keep you satisfied for hours! It’s also high in fiber, healthy and delicious! Super easy to make and made with clean ingredients.

What are overnight oats?

I could call them a “time saver super-food” because you just need to add all the ingredients into a container or mason jar, refrigerate overnight (so the oats can soak with the liquid) and breakfast is ready next morning. They are generally served chilled but if you prefer to eat it warm, microwave for 45-60 seconds.

I discovered Overnight Oats when I was in my Sophomore year of Uni while studying Civil Engineering! My classes used to start at 7:00 A.M. so I needed to make a “Grab & Go” breakfast. I needed something filling so I wouldn’t get hungry in a few hours, especially when I had a test or exam!

Microwave oatmeal was my fastest breakfast but it was still taking me time. So I decided to make it overnight! Since then, it has been my all time go-to breakfast.

What you need to make this

• Rolled oats – Or old fashioned oats. If gluten-free, make sure to choose a certified brand of oats.
• Chocolate Protein Powder – Optional, but highly recommended for a protein BOOST.
• Milk of choice – Feel free to add the one of your preference. I use unsweetened almond milk.
• Instant coffee
• Unsweetened cacao powder
• Greek yogurt
• 70% chocolate square
• Coconut oil

How to make this Overnight Oats

• Prepare – Gather and measure all the ingredients, start off by mixing the rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, instant coffee, unsweetened cacao powder in a bowl and mix well. Consequently add-in almond milk, liquid sweetener of choice and stir until well combined.
• Let sit for 5 minutes.
• Layer – Grab a glass or mason jar and start to add the oat mixture and yogurt by layers.
• Hard Shell – In a bowl, microwave a square of dark chocolate with coconut oil in intervals of 20 seconds and stirring in between un til melted.
• Pour melted chocolate on top of the oatmeal mixture.
• Refrigerate – Once well combined, cover with a lid or plastic wrap and leave in the fridge overnight.
• Devour – Enjoy immediately!

Overnight Oats FAQ

How long do overnight oats last?

Overnight oats can be prepared up to 2-3 days in advance for the week. So, feel free to make multiple batches on a Sunday night and you won’t need to worry about breakfast the rest of the week!

I used to do it whenever I had early morning UNI classes! I only had to grab breakfast straight from the fridge and I was ready to go.

Can you heat up oatmeal the next day?

YES! Especially for those cold mornings or you simply don’t feel to eat a cold breakfast. There are two ways:

• Microwave: Grab the overnight oats from the fridge, microwave for 45-60 seconds (make sure there’s enough space at the top of your jar to prevent overflowing). 
• Stove-top: Transfer to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until warmed through.

***Buttt… for this particular recipe if you microwave it the “hard shell” will melt. So I would highly recommend to eat cold. Trust me, you will have a better experience.

How does this overnight oats taste like?

The oatmeal base is creamy! Reason? Adding greek yogurt or any plain yogurt, creates this beautiful consistency.

What kind of oats should I use?

Rolled oats! Also known as Old-fashioned oats. They are perfect for a chewy consistency. If using quick or instant oats, you will get a mushy consistency (Honestly, not my favorite but it works as well)

Notes and substitutions

• No protein powder? Replace with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup!
• Refrigerating overnight will make oats to soak and they will be ready the next day or if you can’t wait let it sit for 4-5 hours.
• If Vegan, replace milk and yogurt for any plant-based alternative. The consistency and flavor will still be amazing!