Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Start your morning with a burst of sunshine! These Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats are creamy, zesty, and taste like dessert—but packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats to keep you going all day. Easy to prep and full of fresh lemon flavor, it’s the perfect way to wake up!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Chilling Time6 hours hrs
Total Time6 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 482kcal
Oats Mixture:
- ½ cup oats
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or your choice of milk
- 1½ tsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Cheesecake Topping:
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp whipped cream cheese softened
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice additional
Toppings:
- graham crackers crushed
- white chocolate chips few
- lemon zest additional, optional
In a medium bowl, mix together oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, 1 tbsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp lemon zest, and maple syrup. Stir well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
While the oats are setting, prepare the topping by combining Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, maple syrup, and an additional tablespoon of lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
Once the oats have thickened, if not already in a serving jar, transfer them to one. Layer the cheesecake topping over the oats. Cover and let set in the refrigerator overnight.
Just before serving, garnish the top with crushed graham crackers and white chocolate chips. Optionally, add a sprinkle of lemon zest.
If you prefer a thicker consistency, reduce the liquid or let the oats sit longer.
If you want them a bit creamier, add extra yogurt or a splash of milk in the morning.
The oats might settle overnight, so give them a good stir in the morning to ensure everything is evenly mixed and you get that creamy texture.
Calories: 482kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 695mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 29g