Tiramisu-Inspired Oatmeal Cakes

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These breakfast oatmeal cakes draw inspiration from tiramisu, featuring a batter infused with the classic flavors of coffee and cocoa powder. Hiding in the center is a dollop of lightly sweetened mascarpone cheese that melts into every bite. Opting for old-fashioned rolled oats ensures a firm, sturdy texture, as quick or instant oats may turn mushy during baking. Enjoy these cakes on the go with coffee or a shot of espresso.

a recipe photo of the Breakfast Tiramisu-Inspired Oatmeal Cakes
Photo:

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Active Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
12
the ingredients to make the Breakfast Tiramisu-Inspired Oatmeal Cakes

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Ingredients

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 1 1/2 cups low-fat milk

  • 1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar, divided

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee

  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/3 cup mascarpone

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.

  2. Combine oats, milk, 1/2 cup brown sugar, eggs, instant coffee, cocoa, baking powder, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Stir mascarpone and the remaining 1 teaspoon brown sugar together in a small bowl.

    a photo of the oats in the mixture

    Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

  3. Scoop 2 tablespoons batter (it will be wet) into each muffin cup. Top with about 1 teaspoon mascarpone mixture. Divide the remaining batter between the muffin cups, about 2 tablespoons each.

    a photo of the oat mixture divided up in the muffin tins

    Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

  4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the cakes; cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

To make ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat 1 oatmeal cake, microwave in 30-second intervals until heated through.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 oatmeal cake

Calories 161, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 41mg, Carbohydrates 24g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 8g, Protein 5g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 117mg, Potassium 148mg

EatingWell.com, February 2024

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