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Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe

Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe That Feels Like Dessert

This Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe blends creamy Greek yogurt with zesty lemon juice for a delightful, healthy breakfast that feels like dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Set Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Oats Use certified gluten-free oats.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk Substitute with any milk of your choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Optional ingredient for thickening.
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Any flavor can be used.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Highly recommended for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
For Creaminess
  • ½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can use dairy-free yogurt as substitute.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Consider using a lower-fat option.
For the Topping
  • ½ cup White Chocolate Chips Can swap with dark chocolate or cacao nibs.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Jar
  • Microwave
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine oats, almond milk, chia seeds, protein powder, lemon juice, lemon zest, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until creamy.
  2. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or ideally overnight.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second increments. Mix in softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt until creamy.
  4. Spoon the chocolate cream cheese mixture over the oats and spread evenly. Return to the fridge for another hour.
  5. Serve topped with crushed graham crackers, shredded coconut, or additional lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These oats stay fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Keep toppings separate until serving.

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