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Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats

June 7, 2023 by Helena Leave a Comment

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This Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe is super creamy and full of fresh lemon flavour. A healthy breakfast that only takes a few minutes of prep time.

Lemon cheesecake overnight oats served in a glass. Topped with yoghurt, granola, lemon and white flowers.

Overnight oats is a healthy meal prep for the whole week. 

Another one of my favourites for meal prepping breakfast are these Coconut milk overnight oats or this Cherry Chia Pudding

Also try this Air Fryer Granola it is a perfect topping for this Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats.

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  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Toppings
  • Substitutions
  • Varioations
  • Storage
  • Top tip
  • FAQ
  • More Oatmeal recipes to try:

Ingredients

Making overnight oats is easy, all you need are a few basic ingredients.

For the full ingredient measurements, scroll down to view the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

The ingredients needed to make this overnight oat recipe presented in bowls.
  • Rolled oats, or old fashion oats, they hold their shape and create a better texture.
  • Almond milk, or other non dairy milk to keep this recipe vegan.
  • Yoghurt, to make these overnight oats “cheescakey” use a thick and creamy yoghurt or skyr. I prefer to use an unsweetened greek style plain yoghurt.
  • Chia seeds, I love mixing in some chia seeds in my overnight oats for texture and extra nutrients. They are high in fibre, antioxidants and protein and gives this oatmeal a creamy texture.
  • Maple syrup, or there liquid sweetener. If not vegan, you can use runny honey
  • Vanilla extract, or vanilla paste.
  • Lemon zest, adds a lovely lemon flavour to this recipe without adding any liquid.
  • Salt, just a small pinch enhances the flavour of overnight oats.
  • Optional, yoghurt and granola for topping

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Making Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats is really easy, just follow these steps.

For the full instructions see the recipe card at the bottom.

Instructional photo, oats and chia seeds in a bowl.

In a bowl, mix together the oats and chia seeds

Instructional photo, all the ingredients in a bowl.

Add the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon zest and a pinch of salt.

Instructional photo, a whisk in a bowl mixing all the ingredients together.

Mix well, let it sit for 5 min and mix well again. This is to prevent lumps forming from the chia seeds.

The overnight oats in a bowl.

Cover and place in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.

Toppings

I love to top overnight oats with something crunchy and these Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats are no exception.

Some of my favourite topping are:

  • Granola, like this Air Fryer Granola
  • Cookie crumbs, to give it that “cheesecake feel”
  • Chopped nuts
  • White Chocolate chips 
  • Strawberry chia jam or store bought jam
  • Fresh berries
3 glasses of lemon cheesecake overnight oats topped with yoghurt, granola and lemon zest.

Substitutions

This overnight oat recipe only contains a few, simple ingredients. Most of them are standard pantry staples but there are some substitutions you can make. 

  • Gluten-free – Oats are naturally gluten-free, but can contain traces of gluten. To ensure these overnight oats gluten-free, only use certified gluten-free oats. 
  • Oats– This overnight oats recipe calls for old-fashioned (rolled) oats. They have a coarser texture and will hold their shape better when soaked overnight. Other oats can also be used, like quick oats. They have a very fine texture and your oats will be mushier. So use the oats you like.

Closeup of lemon cheesecake overnight oats in a bowl with a spoon. topped with granola, chia seeds and lemon zest.

Varioations

Overnight oats are usually served cold straight out of the fridge. But sometimes I crave a hot breakfast on a cold morning. Just heat your oats in the microwave in 30 sec intervals until they are piping hot. Then add your toppings and enjoy!

For a hot breakfast also try these Chocolate Baked Oats or this speedy Matcha Latte Oatmeal recipe made in the microwave in minutes.

Storage

How long does overnight oats last?

Overnight oats lasts about 5 days in airtight container stored in the fridge. The longer they sit, the more liquid the oats will soak up and you will end up with a thicker texture. If needed, you can stir in a little extra milk just before serving.

Lemon cheesecake overnight oats served in a glass topped with yoghurt, granola and lemon.

Top tip

For an extra luxurious breakfast, top these Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats with some creamy yoghurt, cookie crumbs and some white chocolate chips. That will add even more of that “cheesecake vibe”

FAQ

Can I use other types of oats?

Yes you can, but the result will be mushier.
For overnight oats it is best to use old-fashioned (rolled) oats as they have a coarser texture, will hold their shape and create a better texture. Other types of oats can be used but the texture will be very different. If you use quick oats, which have a very fine texture, your oats will be mushier.

Can I omit the chia seeds?

Short answer, yes you can. But it will affect the texture and the amount nutrients. The chia seeds helps give these overnights oats a thicker, creamy texture.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, I recommend that for meal prep! Just use double the amount of everything in the recipe card and make sure you stir the overnight oats well before they are served when they have been sitting for a few days in the fridge.

Why are my overnight oats not creamy?

Try adding a little more liquid if they are dry and hard. The oats soak up a lot of the liquid. Also use a thicker, creamier yoghurt to give this recipe a creamy consistency.

Is overnight oats better with milk or yogurt?

Both! The combination of both milk and yoghurt makes this recipe really creamy. Only using yoghurt doesn’t add enough liquid for the oats to soak up and give your overnight oats that creamy texture.

small glass filled with overnight oats topped with yoghurt and lemon.

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    Blackberry Baked Oatmeal
  • The baked oatmeal in the baking dish cut into slices.
    Peach baked oatmeal
  • A slice of the baked oats on a small plate topped with yoghurt, strawberries and maple syrup.
    Strawberry Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal
  • The baked oats in the baking dish cut into pieces.
    Strawberry banana baked oatmeal

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Lemon cheesecake overnight oats served in a glass topped with yoghurt, granola and lemon.
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Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

his Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe is super creamy and full of fresh lemon flavour. A healthy breakfast that only takes a few minutes of prep time.

Servings: 2 portions
Author: Helena
Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cups almond milk
  • 1 cup yoghurt of your choice
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • zest of 1 small lemon
  • pinch of salt
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix together the oats and chia seeds.

  2. Add the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon zest and a pinch of salt.

  3. Mix well, let it sit for 5 min and mix well again. This is to prevent lumps forming from the chia seeds.

  4. Cover and place in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.
  5. To serve, fill two glasses with the overnight oats and top yoghurt and granola.

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