Description
Delight in this refreshing Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe, combining creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon, and the indulgent flavors of white chocolate and cream cheese. Perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast that you prepare the night before.
Ingredients
Overnight Oats Base
- 1/2 cup certified gluten free oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/8 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Cheesecake Topping
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp white chocolate chips
- 1.5 tbsp cream cheese
Optional Toppings
- Small pieces of graham wafers
- Coconut shreds
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the oats base: In a bowl or jar, combine oats, almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, lemon juice, lemon zest, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until well mixed. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Combine the melted white chocolate with room temperature cream cheese and Greek yogurt, whisking vigorously to remove any lumps for a creamy cheesecake-like topping.
- Assemble and chill overnight: Retrieve the soaked oats from the refrigerator and pour the white chocolate mixture over the oats evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight to let flavors meld and the topping set.
- Serve with toppings: In the morning, garnish the overnight oats with your choice of small pieces of graham wafers, coconut shreds, and fresh lemon wedges for added texture and zesty brightness. Enjoy a grab-and-go nutritious breakfast!
Notes
- Use certified gluten free oats to ensure the dish remains gluten free.
- Heating white chocolate carefully prevents burning; stir between microwave intervals.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess but can be substituted with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan version.
- Optional toppings add texture and enhance the lemon cheesecake flavor.
- Prepare the night before for convenience and flavor development.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
