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This Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe is a creamy, tangy, and easy-to-make breakfast that combines the richness of cream cheese with the bright flavor of lemon zest. Sweetened naturally with honey and soaked overnight, it delivers a wholesome and satisfying start to your day with minimal prep time.
- Author: Yana
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Overnight Oats Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind, dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, add the rolled oats, milk, softened cream cheese, lemon zest, and honey. Mix thoroughly until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the bowl or seal the jar tightly, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight. This allows the oats to absorb the liquid and flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy: The next morning, give the oats a good stir to mix any separated liquid. You may add extra milk if you prefer a thinner consistency. Optionally, garnish with additional lemon zest or fresh fruit before serving.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for the best texture; instant oats can become too mushy.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey based on taste preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese and use plant-based milk.
- If you want more pronounced lemon flavor, add a little lemon juice along with the zest.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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