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Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe

Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats

This Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe delivers creamy, tangy, dessert-inspired flavor in a wholesome, high-protein breakfast. Easy to prep and refreshingly bright, it’s perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or post-workout refueling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 jars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
  • 1 pinch salt (optional)
  • fresh berries, crushed graham crackers, or almonds (for topping, optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk or spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • glass jars or containers

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and chia seeds. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Whisk in the cream cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Add honey or maple syrup to sweeten. Taste and adjust to your preference.
  4. Spoon the mixture into jars or containers. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  5. Before serving, stir the oats. Top with fresh berries, crushed graham crackers, or almonds as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 13gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with orange or lime zest for a citrus twist. For keto, use monk fruit sweetener and full-fat Greek yogurt. Add a scoop of protein powder for extra energy. Garnish with fresh berries or crushed nuts for texture. Best after chilling overnight.

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