Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Printable version)

Creamy oats blended with fresh strawberries and topped with a crunchy graham crumble for a flavorful breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Oats

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ For the Strawberry Layer

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey

→ For the Graham Crumble

11 - 2 graham crackers, crushed
12 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture achieves a smooth, well-combined consistency.
02 - Cover the oat mixture and refrigerate overnight, or for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the oats to fully hydrate and absorb flavors.
03 - In a small bowl, combine diced strawberries with fresh lemon juice and maple syrup. Cover and refrigerate until assembly.
04 - In a small bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and brown sugar, mixing until the texture resembles wet sand. Reserve for topping.
05 - Layer the chilled oat mixture and prepared strawberry mixture into serving jars or bowls. Top with graham cracker crumble immediately before serving to maintain crunch.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No-bake convenience—prep the night before and wake up to breakfast ready to go
  • Tastes like dessert but packed with protein, fiber, and wholesome ingredients
  • Perfect balance of creamy, tangy, sweet, and crunchy textures
  • Easily customizable with different berries or dairy-free options
  • Great for meal prep—make multiple jars for the week ahead
02 -
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt and cream cheese for the richest, most authentic cheesecake flavor
  • Let the oats soak for at least 4 hours, but overnight is best for optimal creaminess
  • Don't skip the lemon juice in the strawberries—it brightens the flavor and balances the sweetness
  • Store the graham crumble separately until serving to keep it crispy and crunchy
  • Make a double batch and store in the fridge for up to 3 days for easy weekday breakfasts
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