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    Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats

    Published: May 9, 2023 · Modified: May 17, 2023 by Nicole Addison · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    These lemon cheesecake overnight oats are the perfect way to have dessert for breakfast. Protein packed lemon overnight oats topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, it doesn't get better than this!

    I feel like I slept through the overnight oat craze. We all know I am big fan of oats for breakfast. I have one pan baked oats, blended oats and even microwave oats. However it took me a while to hop on the overnight oat train. There was something about cold oats that didn't sit right with me. That is until I tried THESE lemon cheesecake overnight oats.

    I am a HUGE fan of lemon treats like my lemon thumbprint cookies and lemon energy balls in the warmer months so when I decided to combine my love of lemon with overnight oats I knew it was goign to be a hit!

    I quickly realized that to make overnight oats taste good, it all comes down to the toppings and mix-ins. These lemon cheesecake overnight oats were one of the very first overnight oat recipes I tried and now it's safe to say I am hooked!

    Why this Dietitian Loves this recipe:

    • Perfect for meal prep- These lemon cheesecake overnight oats require ZERO cooking, so they are the perfect meal prep option for someone with a busy lifestyle!
    • Protein packed- Thanks to the protein powder, Greek yogurt and chia seeds these are not only a tasy breakfast but they are also a great balanced option!
    • Full of fibre- It's no secret oats contain lots of fibre. But thanks to the added chia seeds these overnight oats contain 9 gram of fibre!

    Ingredients

    • Graham crackers
    • Milk of choice
    • Oats (quick, minute or rolled all will work in this recipe)
    • Chia seeds
    • Vanilla Protein Powder
    • Honey
    • Vanilla extract
    • Plain Greek yogurt
    • Light Cream Cheese (optional) for a more cheesecake taste and thicker texture)
    • Lemon juice and Zest

    Substitutions and Variations

    To make gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

    To make vegan: Use a dairy-free yogurt and cream cheese in the topping.

    • Protein powder: Feel free to remove the protein powder if you do not wish to add it. I find the oats are a little less sweet without the protein but it shouldn't be too noticeable!
    • Honey: Swap for another liquid sweetener of choice like date syrup or maple syrup.
    • Chia seeds: Swap for flax seed.
    • Greek yogurt: Not a fan of plain yogurt? Use vanilla yogurt and skip the honey!
    • Cream cheese: Can easily be left out of the recipe if you don't desire to add it!

    Equipment

    • Mason jars
    • Mixing bowls

    Storage

    These lemon cheesecake overnight oats will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container or mason jar. Please note, the liquid from the yogurt may separate slightly after a day, so if you are making a large batch I recommend adding the yogurt the morning of!

    Top Tip

    Don't skip the lemon zest! I know lemon zest can be a bit of a hassel, however it is a KEY ingredient in these lemon cheesecake overnight oats! Without them you will not get the same fresh lemon flavour.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you have a protein powder recommendation?

    My personal favourite vanilla protein is the smooth vanilla one from Nuzest! It's a great plant based option I use in all my protein powder recipes! You can use the code NOURISHEDBYNIC for 15% off!

    Can I double the recipe?

    Yes, of course. In the recipe card below, you can easily select different serving sizes and the recipe will automatically adjust.

    Will overnight oats spike my blood sugar?

    A very popular question when it comes to oatmeal brekafast recipes recently! However as these oats are paired with fibre and protein from the chia seeds, and protein from the protein powder and Greek yogurt.this helps help stabilize the breakdown of carbohydrates, and keep your blood sugar steady!

    More Overnight Oat Recipes

    For a great meal prep breakfast try some of my other overnight oat recipes:

    Berry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
    Creamy vanilla oats topped with a high protein cheesecake topping and finished with berries... these berry cheesecake overnight oats make the perfect meal prep breakfast!
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    Tiramisu Overnight Oats
    These high protein tiramisu overnight oats are indulgent, nourishing, and full of fibre to keep you full. It's dessert for breakfast!
    Check out this recipe
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    Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit
    Overnight oats with frozen fruit are the easiest healthy breakfast. It only takes 5 minutes to prep and you'll have breakfasts for the whole week!
    Check out this recipe
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    Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
    These apple cinnamon overnight oats are the perfect weekday morning staple. They're packed with protein, full of your favourite cozy fall flavours and great for meal prep.
    Check out this recipe
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    PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make these lemon cheesecake overnight oats, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on Instagram- @nourishedbynic or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it!

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    Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats

    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Chill Time2 hours hrs
    Total Time2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: high protein, Oats, overnight oats
    Servings: 1 person

    Ingredients 

    Crust

    • 2 graham crackers crushed
    • 1 teaspoon milk of choice

    Oats

    • ½ cup oats quick, minute or rolled all work
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 2 tablespoon vanilla protein powder optional
    • ½ cup milk of choice
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ tablespoon lemon zest about half of one medium lemon

    Cheesecake topping

    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • 1 tablespoon light cream cheese optional
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice about half of one medium lemon

    Instructions

    • In 3 separate bowls, combine the ingredients for each of the three layers.
    • In a mason jar or container, press the crust mixture into the bottom of the jar.
    • Layer with oat mixture and top with the cheesecake topping. Cover and place in the fridge overnight. In the morning top with additional crushed graham cracker crumbs and lemon zest if desired.

    Notes

    *I have included an estimation of the nutrition information for this recipe below. However, always remember a recipe is so much more than just nutritional content and these numbers do not need to dictate your food choices. Please don't forget that both your body and soul need nourishment! The owner of this website is not liable for this estimation.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 519kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 706mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 301IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 535mg | Iron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?I love seeing my recipes in action! Don't forget to tag me @nourishedbynic or use the hashtag #nourishedbynic!

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    1. Jenn

      May 16, 2023 at 1:23 am

      5 stars
      These are my new favourite breakfast- the perfect amount of sweet and creamy!

      Reply
    2. Angela

      May 17, 2023 at 7:14 am

      5 stars
      5 star recipe. A life saver. Thank you Nic.

      Reply

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