Since I first posted this recipe, I’ve created an updated version using oat flour.
An easy, healthy single-serve tiramisu: a soft, fluffy coffee-soaked buckwheat sponge layered with a creamy protein-rich filling and finished with cocoa powder. Ready in about 15 minutes — perfect for breakfast.
This is not a traditional tiramisu — there are no ladyfingers or mascarpone — but it delivers the same satisfying coffee-and-cocoa flavors in a lighter, breakfast-friendly format.
I love making dessert-for-breakfast recipes that feel indulgent but are balanced and nutritious. This single-serve tiramisu uses buckwheat flour and optional protein powder for extra protein, coconut yoghurt for healthy fats and creaminess, and coffee-soaked sponge for an energizing morning treat.
I hope you enjoy this as much as I do!
What you’ll need to make a Single Serve Tiramisu
This simple, vegan-friendly tiramisu takes minimal time and ingredients — ideal for a quick breakfast or light dessert.
Buckwheat Flour — Gives a pleasant, nutty flavor and a light, fluffy sponge. If you haven’t tried it, it’s worth picking up.
Chia Seeds — Add structure and healthy fats; you can substitute ground flaxseed if preferred.
Liquid Sweetener — I use agave, but maple syrup or another liquid sweetener works fine.
Milk — I use soy milk; any plant or dairy milk will work.
Black Coffee — Essential for soaking the sponge. Use decaf if you prefer this as an evening dessert.
Yogurt — Coconut yoghurt makes a creamy, dairy-free filling. Blend with vanilla protein powder for added texture and protein, or omit the powder and use yogurt alone. Soy yoghurt works too.
Cocoa Powder — Use cacao or regular cocoa for dusting the finished tiramisu.
How to make a Single Serve Tiramisu
There is a short video demonstrating this recipe on my Instagram.
Other favourite dessert breakfasts
- Single‑Serve Cinnamon Roll
- Cookie In a Mug
- Healthy Chocolate Cake
Baking in grams
I test recipes multiple times to make them reliable and easy to follow — even for beginners. For the best and most consistent results, I recommend measuring ingredients by weight with a kitchen scale. Volume measurements can vary widely, especially for flours, and using grams will improve your results every time.
If you don’t have a scale yet, consult an ingredient weight chart to convert measurements as a temporary solution. Now dust off your apron and get baking!
Single Serve Tiramisu
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5 mins
15 mins
20 mins
Breakfast, Dessert
Italian-style
1
490 kcal
Equipment
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Loaf tin (approximately 20cm x 10cm)
Ingredients
- 50 g Buckwheat flour
- 10 g Chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tbsp Agave (or maple syrup)
- 100 g Milk use dairy-free milk for vegan
- 125 ml Coffee
- 60 g Yogurt use dairy-free yogurt for vegan
- 2 tbsp Vanilla protein powder optional
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
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Line a loaf tin with baking parchment and preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F (160°C fan).
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In a bowl, combine buckwheat flour, chia seeds and baking powder.
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Add milk and agave, mix until smooth.
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Pour the batter into the tin and bake for about 15 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
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While the sponge bakes, make the filling: whisk yogurt with protein powder (if using) until smooth. Adjust quantities to get your preferred consistency.
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When the sponge is baked, pour over the coffee while it’s still in the tin and allow it to soak for a couple of minutes. Carefully remove the sponge from the tin.
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Slice the sponge in half horizontally, spread a layer of the creamy filling, dust with cocoa, then repeat to create two layers. Serve immediately or chill briefly if you prefer it firmer.
Notes
Nutrition values are approximate and will vary depending on ingredients and portions.
Nutrition
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