Throw together these quick and easy blueberry cheesecake overnight oats for a breakfast that tastes like dessert! Fresh, juicy blueberries, a sweet cream cheese and Greek yogurt mixture, and nutty, chewy oats are a comforting and satisfying way to start the day. Plus, each serving contains 12g of protein and 4g of fiber! {Gluten-free & Vegetarian}
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High Protein Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe
If you’re tired of eating hot oatmeal or scrambled eggs for breakfast everyday, you’ve got to try these blueberry cheesecake overnight oats! They’re thick, creamy and perfectly tangy, with a pop of juicy flavor from the berries.
It’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast, too; just grab it and go!
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“This is the perfect breakfast for a sweet tooth. My 8 year old and I love these. They’re extra delicious with the frozen blueberries as mentioned.” – Jen
If you love the flavor of cheesecake, you might also enjoy my Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats. Blended cottage cheese tastes very similar to cream cheese and contains lots of protein!
Why This Dietitian Loves Overnight Cheesecake Oats
- Nutritionally balanced: It can be challenging to start your day with enough protein and fiber, especially if you don’t like eggs or get tired of them. Each serving of these overnight oats contains 12g of protein and 4g of fiber, and you can easily increase the serving size to fit your macros!
- Easy meal prep: Many people don’t have time to cook in the morning, and are too busy to do a big meal prep on the weekend. This recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and can easily be thrown together with a few minutes of prep. Stash the jars in the fridge and grab and go all week long!
- Tastes like dessert: The combination of blueberries and cream cheese is so delicious, you’ll be jumping out of bed to eat “dessert” for breakfast. So good!
Ingredient Notes
- Greek yogurt: Use plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture and protein. Greek yogurt is a great source of protein, which can increase feelings of satiety and help you stay full for longer, plus you get all those probiotics as well.
- Light cream cheese: You need a touch of tangy cream cheese to get that classic cheesecake flavor.
- Maple syrup: Maple adds just enough natural sweetness to this simple recipe without relying on regular sugar. Adjust the amount to taste.
- Vanilla extract: A little vanilla enhances the cheesecake flavor.
- Milk: Use your favorite type of milk (regular cow’s milk, oat milk, almond milk, etc).
- Rolled oats: You’ll need traditional rolled oats, not quick cooking oats, to get the perfect texture.
- Pinch of salt: A little salt highlights the sweetness of blueberries and the creamy cheesecake.
- Fresh blueberries: Blueberries are a fantastic source of antioxidants and fiber, plus they’re naturally low in sugar. I often like to use fresh blueberries, but frozen blueberries are even more convenient and will add their juices and a gorgeous purple color as they thaw.
How to Make Cheesecake Overnight Oats – Step-by-Step
- In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup or honey and vanilla. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Add milk and stir until combined.
- Add oatmeal and salt. Stir until mixture is uniform throughout.
- Divide into four mason jars, cups or bowls.
- Place in the refrigerator to chill overnight (or for at least 6 hours, but ideally 8 hours).
- Top with additional fresh blueberries and some crumbled graham cracker crumbs, if desired.
Scroll to the recipe card below for the full printable recipe!
Tips for the Best Overnight Oats
- If preferred, you can also allow the mixture to thicken in the mixing bowl and divide it into jars, cups or bowls once thickened.
- These overnight oats are very thick and creamy. You may wish to stir in a splash of milk after the oats have been sitting for a while if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- For more blueberry flavour infused throughout the oats, use frozen blueberries and allow them to thaw and release their juices into the oats.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! When processed, rolled oats are flattened, which makes them easier to cook and eat. Instant oats are steamed, which makes them cook quickly. Because of that steaming process, quick oats can become overly mushy from the extra liquid when prepared as overnight oats. For the best texture, use regular rolled oats (also called old-fashioned oats) in your overnight oats recipes.
Since the oats are mixed with liquid, it’s best to use leakproof individual containers that can be sealed tight. Mason jars are a great option. The half-pint jars hold approximately one cup. If you want to serve your oats with fresh fruit on top, go to the next size up and use pint jars.
Yes, but be mindful of the sugar content. Most brands of vanilla Greek yogurt add sugar to make it sweet, which can spike your blood sugar. Look for a low-sugar or sugar-free brand of flavored Greek yogurt or try adding the flavorings yourself, like some lemon zest or a splash of lemon extract.
Storage Guidelines
Overnight oats are made to be stored in your fridge until you need them. Be sure to store them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. After that, the oats can become overly soft.
They should not be frozen as they will not have the best texture after thawing.
Serving Suggestions
These blueberry cheesecake overnight oats are meant to be a complete meal on their own. If you find that you need a little more, you can increase the serving size or add a bit of protein powder and a little extra liquid.
You can also serve them with a warm breakfast option on the side, like some mini crustless quiches or a slice of cottage cheese frittata.
Optional Toppings
If you want to fancy the overnight oats up with some extra toppings, feel free to top them with any of the following:
- Extra berries
- Crushed graham cracker
- Drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter
- Chopped nuts
- Hemp seeds
- Sprinkle of coconut
- A bit of blueberry jam (try subbing blueberries for strawberries in this strawberry chia jam)!
Recipe Variations
- Swap out the berries: Instead of blueberries, use strawberries to make a strawberry cheesecake overnight oats. Or substitute any type of berries you’d like!
- Dairy-free: Use non-dairy yogurt, dairy-free cream cheese, and your favorite type of milk.
- Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats to avoid the risk of contamination.
- Increase the fiber: Sprinkle some ground flax seeds for even more fiber and a dose of healthy fats.
- Add more protein: Stir in some vanilla protein powder to increase the protein.
More Overnight Oats Recipes
- Birthday Cake Overnight Oats
- Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats
- Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats
- Tropical Overnight Oats
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
- Peach Overnight Oats
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Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats {with Yogurt}
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
- 2-4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teapoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, plus extra for topping
Optional topping
- Sprinkle of crushed graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup or honey and vanilla. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Add milk and stir until combined.
- Add oatmeal, and salt. Stir until mixture is uniform throughout.
- Divide into four mason jars, cups or bowls.
- Place in the refrigerator to chill overnight (or for at least 6 hours, but ideally 8 hours).
- Top with additional blueberries and some crumbled graham cracker crumbs, if desired.
Notes
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- If preferred, you can also allow the mixture to thicken in the mixing bowl and divide it into jars, cups or bowls once thickened.
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- These overnight oats are very thick and creamy. You may wish to stir in a splash of milk after the oats have been sitting for a while if you prefer a thinner consistency.
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- For more blueberry flavor infused throughout the oats, use frozen blueberries and allow them to thaw and release their juices into the oats.
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This recipe was originally posted in May 2023. The text and formatting were updated in April 2025.
This is the perfect breakfast for a sweet tooth. My 8 year old and I love these. They’re extra delicious with the frozen blueberries as mentioned.
So happy you and your son have been loving these overnight oats! The frozen blueberries definitely take it up a notch! Thanks so much for the kind rating and review :)