Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe
This Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe offers a creamy, tangy, and sweet breakfast option that combines the wholesome goodness of oats with the rich flavor of cream cheese and zesty lemon. It’s a no-cook, make-ahead dish perfect for busy mornings, delivering a delightful and nutritious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats Mixture
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl or mason jar, add the rolled oats, milk, softened cream cheese, lemon zest, and honey. The cream cheese should be softened to allow smooth mixing and to infuse its creamy texture throughout the oats.
- Mix Thoroughly: Whisk or stir all ingredients together until the cream cheese is evenly incorporated and the mixture has a uniform consistency without lumps.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the bowl or seal the jar with a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let it sit overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow the oats to soak and soften while the flavors meld beautifully.
- Serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir before eating. Optionally, garnish with additional lemon zest, a drizzle of honey, or fresh berries for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk like almond or oat milk for a vegan or lactose-free version, but cream cheese would need a vegan alternative.
- Adjust the amount of honey depending on desired sweetness.
- Softening the cream cheese beforehand (either at room temperature or by briefly microwaving) ensures a smoother texture.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber and nutrition if desired.
Keywords: overnight oats, lemon cheesecake oats, no-cook breakfast, creamy oats, healthy breakfast, make-ahead oats
