Description
This Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the wholesome goodness of oats, making a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast or snack. Layers of crushed graham crackers, protein-packed oats, and a light cream cheese mixture topped with fresh strawberries create a refreshing and satisfying meal that’s ready to enjoy after a few hours in the fridge.
Ingredients
Base Layer
- 8 to 10 pieces graham crackers, crushed (enough to cover the bottoms of your meal prep jars)
Oats Mixture
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 pinch salt
Cheesecake Layer
- 2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 4 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
Toppings
- 1 cup strawberries, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oats mixture: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, milk, vanilla extract, salt, maple syrup, and vanilla protein powder. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed and the oats start to soak up the liquid.
- Make the cheesecake layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and softened light cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Assemble the jars: In four separate containers or jars, start by adding an even layer of crushed graham crackers at the bottom. Next, spoon an equal portion of the oats mixture over the graham cracker layer, followed by the cheesecake yogurt mixture. Finish by topping each jar with coarsely chopped strawberries.
- Chill overnight: Cover the jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This resting time allows the oats and chia seeds to soften and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve and garnish: When ready to eat, optionally sprinkle additional crushed graham crackers on top for extra crunch, then enjoy your creamy and flavorful cheesecake overnight oats.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk or any other milk of choice in place of regular milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your preference.
- For a vegan version, swap the Greek yogurt and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure a smooth cheesecake layer without lumps.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, making this a convenient meal prep breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
