Description
Indulgent blueberry cheesecake overnight oats blend creamy cheesecake flavors with hearty breakfast comfort. Smooth, chilled goodness awaits when you wake, promising a delightful morning treat packed with sweet berries and rich, tangy notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) blueberries
Protein & Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Garnish & Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) crushed graham crackers
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Additional blueberries for topping
Instructions
- In a jar or mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, and softened cream cheese until smoothly combined, allowing small cream cheese lumps to remain.
- Incorporate fresh blueberries, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a delicate salt pinch, stirring thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly across the mixture.
- Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight, allowing oats to absorb liquid and develop a creamy texture.
- Remove from refrigerator and gently stir contents, adjusting consistency with additional milk if needed until reaching a smooth, spoonable texture.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing with extra blueberries, optional whipped cream dollop, and crushed graham crackers to mimic classic cheesecake profile.
- Serve chilled, enjoying the protein-rich breakfast that balances creamy texture with fruity brightness, perfect for a nutritious morning meal or satisfying afternoon snack.
Notes
- Swap almond milk for any plant-based or dairy milk to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
- Use non-fat Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese for a lighter version without compromising protein content.
- Experiment with frozen blueberries during off-season to maintain consistent flavor and texture.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to boost protein content even further, perfect for post-workout recovery meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg