Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats layered with fresh strawberries and graham cracker crunch for a delicious make-ahead breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

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

→ Strawberry Layer

08 - 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, diced, plus extra for topping
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey

→ Topping

11 - 2 graham crackers, crushed
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts, optional

# 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 creamy, uniform consistency.
02 - In a separate small bowl, combine diced fresh strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup, gently tossing to coat evenly.
03 - Distribute the oat mixture and strawberry mixture in two mason jars or lidded containers using alternating layers. Begin each jar with half of the oat mixture, top with half of the strawberry mixture, then repeat with the remaining oat and strawberry portions.
04 - Seal containers with tight-fitting lids and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to fully hydrate and flavors to integrate.
05 - Remove from refrigeration and top each container with crushed graham crackers and additional fresh strawberries. Optionally garnish with chopped nuts if desired before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert for breakfast, but the protein and fiber actually keep you satisfied until lunch.
  • Zero cooking required means you can make it while your coffee brews, then forget about it until morning.
  • The texture stays creamy on the inside with that perfect crunch on top, like you're eating something indulgent without the guilt.
02 -
  • Don't add the graham cracker topping the night before or they'll soften into the oats—the crunch is half the appeal, so save that step for the morning.
  • Softening the cream cheese first is non-negotiable; cold cream cheese will create little pockets of richness instead of a smooth, cheesecake-like texture throughout.
03 -
  • Mix the cream cheese with a tiny splash of milk first before adding it to the bowl, and it'll blend smooth instead of leaving little pockets.
  • The longer these sit, the creamier they become—six hours is the minimum, but eight hours or overnight is where they truly shine.
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