Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats

All the things you know and love about lemon cheesecake transformed into quick and easy overnight oats! Sound good? Then you need to give these Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats a try!

We're talking creamy, tangy, and citrusy with optional cookie crumbles to resemble the crust on a cheesecake. Maybe even a dollop of vegan lemon curd if you have some handy and want to take them right over the top.

In this post - Everything you need to make Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats:

Here are the ingredients you need to make Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats:

And some ingredient notes:

• Oats - I recommend using rolled oats or old-fashioned oats. Quick oats are ok too if you don't mind a little less texture. I don't recommend using steel-cut oats.
• Plant milk - Any will do such as oat milk, cashew milk, or almond milk. Don't use soy milk as it could curdle.
• Lemon - I recommend using a fresh lemon in this recipe rather than bottled lemon juice. The lemon zest is where most of the flavor comes from.
• Chia seeds - Helps to thicken the oatmeal and make it creamier. It also add extra protein and healthy fats. You can omit the seeds but your overnight oats won't be as thick and creamy.
• Sweetener - I like to use maple syrup but you could use a chopped Medjool date or a spoonful of sugar/granulated sweetener instead.
• Cookie - This is what makes the lemon overnight oats lemon "cheesecake" overnight oats. I like to use vegan digestive biscuits or graham crackers. When eating, the crumbled cookie resembles a cheesecake crust. Use a gluten-free cookie if necessary or omit it. For a healthier option chopped pecans also work well.

Lemon overnight oats are perfect as they are but you could also add:

• Vegan Lemon Curd
• Blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries
• A dollop of vegan yogurt or cream cheese for an extra creamy texture
• Dairy-free white chocolate chips
• Chopped nuts. Pecans make a great alternative to the cookie crumbles if you want a healthier option.

Here's a quick summary of how to make this overnight oats recipe:

1. Add everything except the cookie to a jar.
2. Stir together really well, put the lid on and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
3. Serve in the container, or spoon into a bowl and then sprinkle over a crushed cookie.

Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats are perfect for making ahead/meal prep. Make up a batch at the weekend and they will last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Just perfect for eating at home or taking with you on the go.