Description
Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats are a delightful way to start your day, offering a creamy and refreshing breakfast that combines the zesty brightness of lemon with the wholesome goodness of oats. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends, this no-cook recipe allows you to prepare everything the night before, ensuring you wake up to a satisfying and healthy meal. With protein-rich Greek yogurt and fiber-packed oats, these overnight oats not only taste indulgent but are also nutritious. Customize them with fresh fruits or nuts for added texture and flavor, making each bite a blissful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and lemon zest, stirring well.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and cream cheese until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Transfer to airtight containers or jars, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, stir well and top with additional lemon zest or fresh fruit if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg