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Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats are a creamy high-protein breakfast that tastes like dessert but is easy enough for everyday meal prep. Made with Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and fresh strawberries, they’re thick, satisfying, and perfect for busy mornings.
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These overnight oats are the perfect mix of a wholesome breakfast and a creamy dessert-inspired treat. This version is made with simple ingredients like Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and fresh strawberries to create that classic cheesecake flavor while still being high in protein and balanced enough for everyday eating.
If you’re looking for more easy high protein breakfast recipes that are great for meal prep, try my Starbucks Copycat Red Pepper Egg Bites, Kodiak Sheet Pan Pancakes, or Just Crack an Egg Jars.
Why You’ll Love Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Making breakfast ahead of time is one of the easiest ways to stay consistent with healthy habits. Overnight oats are one of my go-to options (make sure to try my Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats next!).
This wholesome breakfast meets delicious dessert. Here’s why this strawberry cheesecake overnight oats recipe stands out:
- High protein and fiber. These oats pack 24 grams protein and 10 grams of fiber, so they’re a great way to fuel your morning.
- Quick and easy to prep. Just a few minutes is all it takes. Pop them in the fridge overnight and breakfast is ready when you are.
- Meal prep friendly. Make a few jars at the start of the week for a grab-and-go breakfast you’ll actually look forward to.
- Tastes like dessert. Creamy cheese, Greek yogurt, and fresh strawberries come together to create that classic strawberry cheesecake flavor.
- Balanced, not overly heavy. Made with simple ingredients and a lighter approach, these oats give you that rich cheesecake flavor without feeling too heavy for an everyday breakfast.
What Makes Them Taste Like Cheesecake
The key to getting that true cheesecake flavor comes from a combination of ingredients that mimic both the richness and the tang of cheesecake.
- Cream cheese adds that signature rich, slightly tangy flavor that makes these oats taste like dessert instead of just sweet oatmeal.
- Greek yogurt enhances the creaminess while adding a subtle tang, similar to what you’d find in traditional cheesecake filling.
- Vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup round everything out with warmth and sweetness, giving it that classic dessert flavor.
- Fresh strawberries add natural sweetness.
- Optional graham cracker topping adds that familiar cheesecake crust element, making every bite feel like strawberry cheesecake.
Ingredient Notes
For full recipe instructions and complete list of ingredients, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
- Rolled oats & chia seeds: Two great sources of fiber give this recipe a nutritious base. Chia seeds help thicken the oats and add healthy fats and fiber, too.
- Milk & Greek yogurt: For protein and the perfect creamy texture I like to use 2% milk and plain, full fat Greek yogurt. Yogurt also adds the perfect amount of tang to give it that “cheesecake” flavor.
- Cream cheese: You can’t have cheesecake without cream cheese!
- Honey: Just a touch of honey adds sweetness. Maple syrup works too.
- Vanilla extract: Just a little vanilla adds a boost of flavor.
- Lemon juice: Lemon adds bright flavor, just like in strawberry cheesecake.
- Fresh strawberries: Look for dark red, ripe berries for maximum sweetness.
- Optional Toppings: For the ultimate cheesecake experience, top with crushed graham crackers, whipped cream and even more strawberries!
Variations
- Cottage cheese: For even more cheesecake flavor, try using blended cottage cheese in place of Greek yogurt.
- Vegan: Use your favorite dairy free yogurt, vegan cream cheese (I like violife) and non-dairy milk of choice (oat milk and coconut milk are the creamiest but unsweetened almond milk or soy milk are great choices too).
- Higher protein. If you want something even higher protein, add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder.
- Have fun with toppings: Drizzled almond butter, peanut butter, white chocolate, mini chocolate chips or your favorite fresh fruit are great options.
- Gluten Free. Use certified gluten-free oats and gluten free graham crackers to garnish.
How To Make Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Add ingredients to jar. In a single serve, sealable container (like a small mason jar) combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, chia seeds, vanilla, honey and lemon juice.
- Stir. Stir well until combined.
- Add strawberries. Stir in sliced strawberries.
- Set and serve. Allow to set for at least 4 hours. Give them a good stir and then top with whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs and more sliced strawberries if desired. Note: Save toppings for right before serving!
jamie’s tips
Tips For The Best Texture
- Soften the cream cheese first. Let the cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing. This helps it blend smoothly into the oats and prevents small clumps.
- Stir well before refrigerating. Make sure everything is fully combined.
- Let it sit long enough. Overnight oats need at least 4 hours to thicken, but overnight is best for that creamy cheesecake texture.
- Adjust the consistency before serving. If your oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Add toppings just before serving. For the best texture, wait to add graham cracker crumbs or crunchy toppings until right before eating so they stay crisp.
FAQs
You can, but the texture will be “mushier” and they’ll take a little less time to set. Personally I prefer the texture of rolled oats much more.
Yes! Oats are a great source of soluble fiber which promotes fullness, helps keep your digestion happy and can even keep your blood sugars stable. They’re especially great when made with other nutrient-packed ingredients like chia seeds, berries and Greek Yogurt.
Yes! You can skip the cream cheese but the texture will be slightly less rich and “cheesecake-like” but still creamy.
Save any crunchy toppings for right before serving! Granola, nuts, cereal, or graham cracker crumbles like in this recipe will get soggy if added ahead of time.
Overnight oats need a minimum of 3-4 hours to set and soak up all of the liquid so that you’re not eating crunchy oatmeal! They’re great to make in the evening and then they’re sure to be ready for breakfast.
They will keep well in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. Fresh strawberries may soften and release some juice over time, but the oats will still be safe and flavorful.
How To Store
Store overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. I like to use these 16 ounce jars with lid so that there’s plenty of room for toppings!
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Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 tbsp cream cheese, softened (whipped, light or regular cream cheese)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, or vanilla bean paste
- 2-3 teaspoon honey, more to taste
- 1/2-1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2/3 cup strawberries, sliced
- optional toppings: crumbled graham cracker, whipped creamy extra strawberries
Instructions
- In a single serve, sealable container (like a small mason jar) combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, chia seeds, vanilla, honey and lemon juice. Stir well until combined.
- Stir in sliced strawberries. Allow to set for at least 4 hours.
- Give them a good stir and top with whipped cream, crumbled graham cracker and more sliced strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Use traditional rolled oats (old fashioned oats). Quick oats or instant oats are much “mushier”.
- Fresh or frozen strawberries work. If using frozen, just thaw first and expect slightly more liquid.
- For gluten free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
- Save toppings for last. This prevents them from getting soggy.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an estimate.
This looks amazing 👏
Tasted great and kept me full! I forgot to add the honey so I drizzled it on the next morning and it added the perfect amount of sweetness. Will definitely make again.
Your overnight oats recipes have become a staple for my weekly meal prep. I had fresh strawberries from the farmer’s market and tried this recipe. It’s the perfect amount of cheesecake flavor. So good!
Very quick & easy to prep. Looked forward to breakfast time- tasty, time saving, & can even grab & go.