The Memory Behind This Treat

The first spark for this Healthy Oreo Tiramisu actually started at the gym, not in my kitchen. I remember standing in the parking lot after a long leg day, absolutely craving something cold, creamy, and unapologetically chocolatey. The problem? I had already promised myself that week would be “no-dessert-until-Sunday” territory. On the drive home, I kept thinking about classic tiramisu, then about Oreos, then about the tub of Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese waiting in my fridge like quiet little problem-solvers. By the time I pulled into the driveway, I knew I was going to break my “no dessert” rule—just in a smarter way.

Growing up, tiramisu was the “fancy dessert” my mom only made for holidays, with strong coffee, lots of cream, and zero discussion about calories or protein. As much as I adore that version, it never felt like something I could curl up with on a random Tuesday after a workout or a long workday. When I created this Healthy Oreo Tiramisu, I wanted that same layered comfort—soft cake, coffee-soaked crumbs, velvety cream—without the sugar crash or heavy feeling. Swapping in applesauce, Greek yogurt, and protein powder felt almost rebellious at first, like I was breaking some unwritten tiramisu rule. Then I took the first bite, tasted the deep black cocoa and that hint of Oreo on top, and realized this could easily live next to a classic tiramisu on my family table.

Now, this is the dessert I bring when friends say they’re “trying to be good” but still want something special. I’ve shown up to girls’ nights with a pan of this chilled and dusted in cocoa, and no one believes me when I tell them it’s a low calorie high protein dessert. It’s the same energy behind my lighter twists on classics like my healthier cheesecake bars and protein-packed brownie bites—familiar, nostalgic flavors, just rebalanced to fit real life. This Healthy Oreo Tiramisu was born from simple cravings and a bit of stubbornness, and it’s become the treat I reach for when I want both comfort and control on the same fork.

How To Make It (Mix & Ingredients)

To build this Healthy Oreo Tiramisu, you’ll start by mixing a light, protein-rich “cake” layer that replaces traditional ladyfingers. In one medium bowl, whisk together your dry ingredients: flour, chocolate protein powder, unflavored protein powder, black cocoa, stevia, and baking powder. Make sure you break up any clumps of protein powder or cocoa with your whisk or a fork—if the dry mix isn’t smooth, you’ll end up with little pockets of powder in the baked cake. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: unsweetened applesauce, nonfat Greek yogurt, almond milk, egg, egg white, and vanilla bean paste until the mixture looks silky and uniform. Pour the wet mix into the dry and gently whisk or fold just until you don’t see streaks of flour; the batter should be thick but pourable, like brownie batter. If you over-mix, the protein powder and gluten can make the cake rubbery instead of tender.

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Instructions Process of Healthy Oreo Tiramisu

For the creamy tiramisu layer, beat the reduced-fat cream cheese until completely smooth and fluffy before you add anything else—this step keeps your filling luscious instead of lumpy. Add the non-fat Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and a splash of almond milk, then beat again until you have a thick, spoonable cream that still feels light. If you like a sweeter, dessert-like bite, you can add a bit more stevia to taste, just as you might for a healthier cheesecake or my protein-packed brownie trifle. Once your cake is baked and fully cooled, you’ll trim it if needed, then quickly dip slices into room-temperature coffee (not hot, or they’ll fall apart). From there, you simply layer coffee-soaked cake, protein cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, and a crumble of Oreo Thins—and your Healthy Oreo Tiramisu is ready to chill into dessert perfection.

Make-Ahead & Storage

This Healthy Oreo Tiramisu is actually better when you give it time to rest, so it’s a perfect make-ahead dessert or post-workout snack. For the best flavor and structure, assemble the full tiramisu, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 4 hours, but overnight is ideal. The coffee has more time to soak into the Oreo cake layer, and the protein cream sets up into those clean, sliceable squares. If you love batch-prepping sweets like protein brownies or lighter cheesecakes, this will slide right into your weekly routine.

In the fridge, your Healthy Oreo Tiramisu will keep well for 3–4 days. Store it in the original baking dish tightly covered, or transfer slices to an airtight container with parchment between layers so the cream doesn’t stick. Because the cream cheese and Greek yogurt layer is high in protein and low in fat, it can weep a bit if left uncovered, so keep it sealed to prevent drying out or absorbing fridge odors. If you’ve added extra Oreo Thins or toppings, know that they’ll soften over time—still tasty, just less crunchy.

For longer storage, you can freeze this Healthy Oreo Tiramisu, with a few tweaks. Chill it first until set, then cut into individual portions, wrap each piece tightly in plastic, and place in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, not at room temperature, so the high-protein cream layer stays smooth and safe to eat. The texture will be slightly softer after freezing, but still incredibly satisfying—especially if you enjoy it cold straight from the fridge after a workout.

Best Ingredients & Party Variations

Because this Healthy Oreo Tiramisu leans low calorie and high protein, the ingredients you choose matter more than usual. For the cake base, use a good quality whey–casein blend; it bakes up softer and less rubbery than pure whey. Chocolate protein powder should taste good mixed with just water or milk—if it’s chalky in a shaker, it will be chalky in your tiramisu. Black cocoa gives that true Oreo flavor, but if you can’t find it, use regular unsweetened cocoa plus 1–2 extra tablespoons of chocolate protein to deepen the color. Stick with non-fat Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese to keep things light but still creamy; full-fat will work, but you’ll lose the “healthy” edge fast.

Once you’ve mastered the base Healthy Oreo Tiramisu, it’s a fun dessert to dress up for parties. For a birthday spread, layer the tiramisu in clear glasses and top each with half an Oreo Thin and a candle—mini tiramisu “cakes” that look far fancier than they are. For a post-workout gathering, make it in a 9″x13″ pan and cut it into neat bars, then dust half with cocoa and half with crushed Oreo Thins so guests can “choose their topping.” You can even do a “cookies & cream flight” by making 2 pans: one coffee-soaked as written, and one using cold brew or decaf with a splash of vanilla for a milder flavor. If you know your crowd loves variety the way they love my protein cheesecake bars, set out bowls of extra Greek yogurt cream, crushed Oreos, and berries so everyone can build their own high-protein slice.

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Serving of Healthy Oreo Tiramisu

Conclusion

If you’ve made it this far, I hope you’re feeling excited to grab a spoon and dive in. There’s something a little magical about taking a comfort dessert and giving it a nourishing twist you can feel good about. This Healthy Oreo Tiramisu has become one of those “everyone lean in closer” desserts at my table—the kind that sparks stories, seconds, and that quiet moment where the room goes blissfully silent because everyone is too busy enjoying it.

I love how a simple pan of chilled dessert can turn an ordinary night into a mini celebration. Make it for a cozy movie night, a birthday you’re keeping low-key, or just because it’s Wednesday and you deserve something sweet. Share it with the people you love, or portion it out for yourself as a little daily treat. However you enjoy it, I hope it brings you the same balance of comfort, lightness, and joy that it brings to my kitchen.

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Recipe

Healthy Oreo Tiramisu

Guilt-free Healthy Oreo Tiramisu with high protein, low sugar Oreo cake layers and creamy yogurt-cream cheese filling.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs 35 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine Multi-Cuisine

Servings 1 servings

Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 60 g
• 2/3 cup chocolate protein powder whey-casein blend (60 g)
• 1/3 cup unflavored protein powder whey-casein blend (30 g)
• 1/4 cup black cocoa powder 20 g
• 1/2 teaspoon stevia sweetener
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 120 g
• 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 112 g
• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk 80 ml
• 1 large egg room temperature
• 1 large egg white 33 g
• 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
• 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese softened (224 g)
• 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 225 g
• 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder whey-casein blend (45 g)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk 30 ml
• 2 cups brewed coffee cooled to room temperature
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 Oreo Thins cookies

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, chocolate protein powder, unflavored protein powder, black cocoa powder, stevia sweetener, and baking powder until well combined and free of lumps.
• In a separate bowl, whisk the applesauce, 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup almond milk, egg, egg white, and 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste until smooth and uniform.
• Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and gently whisk or fold just until no dry streaks remain, being careful not to over-mix.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer.
• Bake on the center rack for 24 to 26 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean and the top springs back lightly to the touch.
• Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Once the cake is fully cooled, cut it into strips or rectangles that will fit in two layers inside the 8x8-inch pan; set aside.
• In a large bowl, beat the reduced-fat cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 1 minute, until smooth and creamy.
• Add 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons almond milk to the cream cheese and beat again until smooth and combined.
• Add the vanilla protein powder and beat, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the mixture is thick, smooth, and spreadable.
• Pour the cooled coffee into a large shallow dish.
• Place a clean 8x8-inch pan (or the original pan, wiped clean) on the counter and quickly dip each cake strip into the coffee, coating all sides without soaking so long that it falls apart.
• Arrange a full layer of coffee-dipped cake strips over the bottom of the pan, trimming pieces as needed to cover the base completely.
• Spread half of the cream mixture evenly over the first layer of cake, smoothing the top with a spatula.
• Dip the remaining cake strips in the coffee and arrange them over the cream to form a second even layer.
• Spread the remaining cream mixture over the second cake layer, smoothing the top.
• Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully chilled and set.
• Just before serving, sift the unsweetened cocoa powder evenly over the top of the tiramisu.
• Crush the Oreo Thins into small pieces and sprinkle them evenly over the cocoa-dusted surface, then slice into 12 pieces and serve chilled.

Notes

- Make sure the cake is completely cool before layering, or the cream filling can loosen and become runny.
- Use room temperature coffee for dipping the cake; hot coffee will make the strips fall apart and cold coffee will not soak in as evenly.
- For the cleanest slices, chill the assembled tiramisu overnight and cut with a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; do not freeze, as the texture of the dairy and cake can change.

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