Zesty Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy, tangy lemon cheesecake flavors meet wholesome oats for an effortless breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

10 - 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
11 - Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
12 - Extra lemon zest for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, milk, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until completely smooth and well combined.
02 - Stir in the rolled oats until fully coated and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers with lids, ensuring each container receives the same amount.
04 - Cover the containers securely and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly to redistribute any settled ingredients. Top with crushed graham crackers, fresh berries, and a sprinkle of extra lemon zest before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tastes like dessert for breakfast but packed with protein and fiber to keep you full for hours
  • Takes literally five minutes to prep the night before, meaning zero morning stress
  • Perfectly creamy and tangy without turning on your oven or waiting for anything to bake
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that cream cheese absolutely must be fully softened to room temperature or you will end up with tiny unappetizing lumps throughout your oats
  • The oats continue to thicken significantly in the fridge, so if you prefer a looser consistency, stir in an extra splash of milk right before serving
03 -
  • Microplane your lemon zest directly over the bowl to capture all those precious aromatic citrus oils that would otherwise be lost on your cutting board
  • Toast your graham cracker crumbs in a dry skillet for two minutes before topping to bring out their buttery, caramel notes

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