Zesty Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy, tangy breakfast with lemon cheesecake flavors. Ready overnight!

# 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 (optional, for crunch)
11 - Fresh berries (such as 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 smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Stir in the rolled oats until fully combined and evenly coated with the creamy lemon mixture.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers with lids, ensuring each container receives an equal amount.
04 - Cover 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 well. Top with crushed graham crackers, fresh berries, and a sprinkle of extra lemon zest before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • You get the indulgence of cheesecake for breakfast without turning on your oven or feeling guilty about it
  • It keeps in the fridge for days, making your weekday mornings feel like a treat instead of a chore
02 -
  • Make sure your cream cheese is truly softened before mixing, or you will spend forever whisking out tiny stubborn lumps
  • The oats need at least 6 hours to soften properly, but they stay perfect for up to 3 days in the fridge
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend together much faster—take the cream cheese and yogurt out of the fridge while you gather everything else
  • A microplane zester gives you the finest, most aromatic lemon zest without any bitter white pith

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