Throw together these quick & easy blueberry cheesecake overnight oats for a breakfast that tastes like dessert! These healthy cheesecake overnight oats are loaded with protein and fibre to help you start your day on the right note. What could be better than that? {Gluten-free & vegetarian}
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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 flavour from the berries. It’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast, too; just grab it and go!
Why We Love These Overnight Cheesecake Oats
- So simple: This tasty protein oats recipe is so easy! You just need to mix everything together and then fill your containers. The hardest part is waiting for the oats to absorb the liquid!
- Easy meal prep: These creamy blueberry cheesecake overnight oats can easily be made on the weekend. As the oats sit, they’ll take on a creamier texture. They make a great breakfast, and you won’t have to dirty a single dish (other than a spoon to eat it, of course)!
- Filling & delicious: Thanks to the Greek yogurt and cream cheese, these berry cheesecake overnight oats are naturally high protein, giving you plenty of energy for your day. They’ll stick with you, and they taste amazing too!
Ingredient Notes
- Greek yogurt: Use plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture and protein. Feel free to substitute a plant-based Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option.
- Light cream cheese: To make this healthy blueberry cheesecake oats recipe, 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. Adjust the amount to taste.
- Vanilla extract: A little vanilla enhances the cheesecake flavor.
- Milk: Use regular cow’s milk or your favorite non-dairy milk, like oat milk, coconut milk, or almond milk.
- Rolled oats: You’ll need traditional rolled oats, not instant oats, to get the perfect texture in this overnight oatmeal recipe.
- Pinch of salt: A little salt highlights the sweetness of fresh blueberries and the creamy cheesecake.
- Blueberries: Use fresh or frozen blueberries in this healthy breakfast option. You can also use blueberry jam if you have any on hand.
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.
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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.
Although it’s easy to make overnight oats dairy-free, this recipe is a little bit trickier because you’re trying to add that cheesecake flavor, which requires cream cheese. For a vegan or dairy-free option, look for plant-based cream cheese.
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 become mushy after thawing.
Serving Suggestions
These blueberry cheesecake overnight oats are meant to be a complete meal on their own. To make them even more filling, you can add a scoop of protein powder (you’ll probably have to add extra liquid) or serve them with some mini crustless quiches.
It’s an easy breakfast option for people on the go and is great to serve on its own!
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 berries you’d like!
- Lemon cheesecake overnight oats: Skip the blueberries and add the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice. So refreshing! You can also keep the blueberries and add a little lemon for a blueberry lemon cheesecake flavour!
- Add white chocolate: For a little crunch and additional sweetness, add some white chocolate chips or shaved white chocolate to this perfect breakfast!
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 Recipe
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
- 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.
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