Cheesecake Overnight Oats

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These no-cook cheesecake overnight oats are a fun way to have dessert for breakfast! Full of nourishing ingredients and protein-packed, these overnight oats are so simple to make but full of flavor. You will love the tangy, creamy layer over top of the overnight oats and graham cracker layer.

You are going to be obsessed with these delicious strawberry cheesecake overnight oats. They’re easy and flavorful and make for a wholesome breakfast on the go for those busy mornings.

A jar of cheesecake overnight oats topped with chopped strawberries and crushed graham crackers. Fresh strawberries scattered around.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These strawberry cheesecake overnight oats are perfect for meal prep! It doesn’t take a ton of time to put together the night before, it’s a no-cook recipe, and in the mornings, you can just grab and go with a jar! This is a foolproof recipe!
These berry cheesecake overnight oats are full of protein! There’s protein powder in the overnight oats and the creamy layer on top is made with Greek yogurt!
Most of these ingredients are easy to find and budget-friendly, making for a budget-friendly meal for the week. Rolled oats and chia seeds are pantry staples that you can buy in bulk and keep on hand for a while, so I always stock up when I see a sale.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients needed to make cheesecake overnight oats.

graham crackers — I crush my own graham crackers as I like to munch on the entire crackers as I prep haha, but you can buy graham cracker crumbs.

rolled oats — I highly recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats and quick oats do not hold up as well after they’re soaked for a few hours, so I do not prefer the texture of the oats after soaking.

milk — you can use any water of your choice, from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk such as cashew milk or almond milk. You can even get high protein milk where you can get 18 grams of protein per cup.

vanilla protein powder — I highly recommend adding a bit of protein powder to this to add some extra protein and vanilla flavor. I recommend using protein powder that you truly enjoy and is good quality. If the protein powder is unpleasant, the overnight oats can’t mask the flavor. You also want to make sure you use protein powder that doesn’t have filler ingredients.

chia seeds — chia seeds come in both black and white seeds, but there is no difference in nutritional content. Chia seeds are also an excellent source of plant-based protein and are high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber! When they absorb the milk and yogurt, it helps thicken the overnight oats.

vanilla extract — I recommend using real vanilla extract and not artificial extract for the best flavor.

maple syrup — I use maple syrup, but you can also use honey.

salt — a pinch of salt helps bring out the flavor.

Greek yogurt — I use vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt and it helps create the creamy cheesecake layer on top of the overnight oats. Using Greek yogurt will add some extra protein to the overnight oats compared to regular yogurt.

light cream cheese — you can use regular cream cheese if you prefer. I just use light cream cheese to keep the calories a little lighter in the morning. Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure it easily mixes into the Greek yogurt.

strawberries — I top these cheesecake overnight oats with chopped strawberries to make strawberry cheesecake overnight oats but feel free to use your favorite topping!

How to Make Cheesecake Overnight Oats

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Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, milk, vanilla extract, salt, maple syrup, and vanilla protein powder in a bowl. Stir well to combine.

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In another bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and light cream cheese.

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In 4 separate containers, equally add a layer of graham cracker crumbs, the oats layer, and the cheesecake layer. Top with the coarsely chopped strawberries.
Cover and put the mixture into the fridge for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. When ready to enjoy, top with more graham cracker crumbs if desired.

Two jars of cheesecake overnight oats topped with chopped strawberries and crumbled graham crackers.

Recipe Tips and Notes

You can use assorted berries to make berry cheesecake overnight oats or add lemon zest to the yogurt to create lemon cheesecake overnight oats. It’s a versatile recipe and you can use any topping of your choice.
If you want some extra sweetness? Consider stirring some jam into the cheesecake topping layer!
Make sure to stir the overnight oats layer well, as chia seeds can clump up.
You can always store the different components of this separately in the fridge and then assemble the cheesecake jars in the morning.

Make Ahead Tips

Meal prep: store the cheesecake overnight oats in their jars for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Freezer: while I usually find overnight oats to be freezer-friendly, I haven’t frozen this on as the Greek yogurt’s texture might not be as creamy once thawed. If you do freeze this, let me know in the comments below how it goes!

Two jars of cheesecake overnight oats topped with chopped strawberries and crumbled graham crackers with a spoon inserted. Strawberries leaning beside the jars.

Why make overnight oats with Greek yogurt?

While regular yogurt is great, this recipe uses Greek yogurt as it is thicker, tangier, and more protein-rich than regular yogurt. It’s also higher in protein and lower in sugar. You can use low-fat or regular Greek yogurt but I prefer regular as the fat content helps keep you feeling full for longer.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are a no-cook method of preparing oatmeal! It’s made by soaking rolled oats in some liquid, such as milk, overnight so they become soft and digestible without having to cook it.

Are overnight oats healthy?

I would consider this overnight oats recipe to be healthy as the ingredients are rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals!

Can you use steel-cut oats for overnight oats?

While you can use steel-cut oats, keep in mind that steel-cut oats will need to be soaked longer, and the texture will be dense and chewy in comparison. This cheesecake overnight oats recipe, in particular, uses rolled oats, so I recommend following the recipe if this is your first time making overnight oats.