These Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats taste like dessert and are an easy make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings! Fresh blueberries get blended with your favorite milk, Greek yogurt for protein, and just the right amount of cream cheese to give cheesecake vibes without adding a lot of extra fat. Pour the mixture over hearty oats and chia seeds and top it with a homemade blueberry lemon compote.
As a dietitian, I am a fan of healthy breakfast recipes made with nutritious and simple ingredients without lacking in flavor. These Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats are high in fiber for a healthy gut, heart-healthy fatty acids, and anthocyanins - powerful antioxidants found in blueberries that have been shown to support brain health.
If you like this recipe, you may want to try Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oatmeal, Caramelized Banana Overnight Oats, Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats, or Creamy Carrot Cake Overnight Oats next!
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- Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Key Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Registered Dietitian Tip
- Video of How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Variations for Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Ideas for Toppings
- Equipment
- Storage for Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Expert Tips for Making Overnight Oats
- FAQ
- Related
- Perfect for Pairing
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Super Creamy- letting the oats soak overnight gives them a creamy consistency in every bite.
- Naturally Sweet- adding sweetness with fresh fruit like the blueberries in this recipe is an easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth without a bunch of added sugar.
- Easy- the best part is that this recipe is so easy that you don't need any kitchen skills to make yourself a satisfying and nourishing breakfast.
- Nutrition - these Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats are nutrient-rich and can help you meet your daily needs with 14 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving. Oats contain dietary fiber and several micronutrients including manganese, thiamine, magnesium, and zinc. Whole grains like oats also contain plenty of antioxidants which are important for overall health. Chia seeds add healthy fatty acids and protein.
- Quick Meal Prep - 10-15 minutes of prep time the night before is all you need for a delicious breakfast ready for you the next morning.
Key Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
This blueberry cheesecake overnight oats recipe is made with simple healthy ingredients. Below are some ingredient notes. Check the recipe card at the bottom for measurements.
- Rolled Oats - I recommend to use rolled oats (also known as "old fashioned" oats or "traditional" oats) for overnight oats because they absorb the milk and become super creamy. I don't personally recommend using quick oats because they get mushy. And steel cut oats won't become as soft. To make it gluten-free, use certified GF oats.
- Milk - I use almond milk for my overnight oats because I like the creamy consistency. Cow's milk or other plant-based milks like soy milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or cashew milk works great too.
- Chia Seeds - chia seeds expand in liquid and add to the texture of overnight oats. They are high in healthy fats, fiber, and protein. Plus, they are good for skin health.
- Yogurt - Greek yogurt or skyr (Icelandic Yogurt) are both a source of protein and contain probiotics to help support gut health. I use vanilla flavored nonfat yogurt, but you can use plain for less sugar. I like Siggi's skyr personally. If you are vegan, use your favorite dairy-free yogurt. Coconut milk yogurt, almond milk yogurt, or cashew milk yogurt are all options! You can sub yogurt with cottage cheese if you prefer.
- Sweetener - I personally use pure maple syrup to sweeten these overnight oats. But you could easily replace the maple syrup with a different sweetener like honey, agave, or date syrup.
- Vanilla Extract - just a small dash of vanilla extract adds a smooth and rich flavor. Feel free to substitute with almond extract if you prefer.
- Blueberries- for this recipe, use fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Cream Cheese - just a bit of tangy cream cheese adds sweetness reminiscent of a slice of cheesecake. I use low-fat cream cheese, but feel free to use full-fat cream cheese if you prefer.
- Lemon - a fresh squeeze of lemon juice is optional for the blueberry compote topping.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Below are the step-by-step instructions for how to make 2 servings of Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats with photos that I hope are helpful! Check out the recipe card at the bottom for measurements.
Step 1: Make the blueberry cheesecake "milk". In a blender or food processor, blend your favorite milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cream cheese, and half the blueberries. Set aside.
Step 2: In a mason jar or other container with a lid, combine rolled oats with chia seeds and remaining blueberries. Pour the blueberry cheesecake "milk" on top. Give it a good stir.
Step 3: Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least for 4 hours to let the oats soak.
Step 4 (optional): make blueberry compote for topping. Heat blueberries in a skillet on medium heat for ~5-7 minutes. Mash the fruit a bit to let them release some juice. Remove from heat and add chia seeds and fresh lemon juice. Add on top of the oat mixture.
Hint: It's common for some ingredients to settle at the bottom, especially the chia seeds. Be sure to give it a really good stir. Stir again about 30 minutes after they've been soaking.
Registered Dietitian Tip
These blueberry cheesecake overnight oats hit several nutritional high points. Oats provide some plant-based protein and Greek yogurt or skyr + chia seeds add more protein. Oats are also rich in fiber and help support gut health and hormone health. Blueberries provide vitamin C and antioxidants.
Video of How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Here's a video of how to make this recipe that I hope is helpful!
Variations for Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
There are so many ways to customize these Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats! Feel free to get creative with your toppings and add-ins.
- Sweeter - this recipe is sweetened with maple syrup and blueberries. If you like things on the sweeter side, double up on the maple syrup or use blueberry flavored greek yogurt instead of vanilla.
- Vegan Blueberry Overnight Oats - make this recipe vegan by using plant-based milk, yogurt, and dairy-free cream cheese.
- High Protein - add a lot of protein with a scoop of protein powder. You may need to adjust the consistency by adding more milk.
- Chocolate - add cocoa powder and dark chocolate on top for a chocolate flavor!
Ideas for Toppings
- Graham Crackers - crumbled graham crackers go amazing with the blueberry flavor and give this healthy breakfast recipe even more cheesecake flare.
- Nuts, Seeds or Granola- add sliced almonds, chopped cashews, pecans, hemp seeds, or granola on top.
- White Chocolate Chips - top with white chocolate chips for more sweetness!
- Fruit - add fruit on top. Bananas, mangoes, or strawberries pair nicely with blueberries and are a great addition to provide even more vitamins.
- Nut butter - add a tablespoon of your favorite nut or seed butter. Peanut butter, cashew butter, or almond butter work great. For an allergy-friendly nut-free option, use sunflower seed butter.
Equipment
You'll need a blender to make this recipe. I use my Beast Blender or Ninja Blender.
Storage for Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Refrigerator - store overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Here are some options for containers to use for overnight oats: Wide Mouth Mason Jars, 16 oz works perfect, Overnight Oats Containers with Lids and Spoon
Expert Tips for Making Overnight Oats
- Use Rolled Oats (also called old-fashioned oats or traditional oats) for best texture when soaked.
- For thicker oatmeal, add a bit less milk to the oat mixture.
- If you like your overnight oats a bit thinner, add an extra splash of milk.
FAQ
While healthy eating means something different to everyone, overnight oats are a nutrient-rich option that can help you meet your daily dietary needs! Oatmeal contains soluble fiber that helps support gut health and keeps you full longer. Greek yogurt provides some protein. Chia seeds add heart-healthy fatty acids, protein, and more fiber. And blueberries add antioxidants and vitamin C.
The best oats for overnight oats are rolled oats, also called old-fashioned oats. Quick oats are smaller pieces and they tend to get too mushy for overnight oats. Steel-cut oats are will not soften and don't work so great for overnight oats.
As it is with all things that have to do with nutrition, the answer is not so simple. But I would say that oatmeal can certainly help with weight loss. The soluble fiber found in oats can help you stay full for longer making it less likely that you will overeat at your next meal or snack. A recent study in the Physiological Research Journal showed that fiber, starch, and other phytochemicals in oatmeal can have an anti-obesity effect and can also help to promote healthy gut bacteria.
Absolutely! If you don't have a blender or food processor and want to make this recipe, feel free to just mix together all of the ingredients and soak them in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.
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Perfect for Pairing
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📖 Recipe
Easy Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Equipment
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon low fat cream cheese
Blueberry Lemon Compote for Topping
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Make the blueberry cheesecake "milk". In a blender or food processor. Blend your favorite milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cream cheese, and half the blueberries (½ cup). Set aside.
- In a mason jar or other container with a lid, combine rolled oats with chia seeds and remaining blueberries (½ cup). Pour the blueberry cheesecake "milk" on top. Give it a good stir.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least for 4 hours to let the oats soak.
Optional Blueberry Compote Topping
- Make blueberry compote topping (optional). Heat blueberries in a skillet on medium heat for ~5-7 minutes. Mash the fruit a bit to let them release some juice. Remove from heat and add chia seeds and fresh lemon juice. Add on top of the oat mixture.
Video
Notes
- Use Rolled Oats (also called old-fashioned oats or traditional oats) for best texture when soaked.
- For thicker oatmeal, add a bit less milk to the oat mixture.
- If you like your overnight oats a bit thinner, add an extra splash of milk.
- Refrigerator - store overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Here are some options for containers to use for overnight oats: Wide Mouth Mason Jars, 16 oz works perfect, Overnight Oats Containers with Lids and Spoon
Gabby
Delicious and filling!
Mallory
Hi Gabby,
Thank you for taking time to leave a review, it means so much to me! So happy to hear you enjoyed the oats, they're one of my favorites! 😊 Please let me know if there are any recipes/recipe ideas you want me to share, I love getting ideas from my readers. Have a great day!
-Mallory
Shannon
Is the blueberry milk for 2 containers?
Mallory
Hi Shannon! 🙂 Thank you so much for leaving this question. It is for 1 container! I usually double it and make 2 though. The oats and chia seeds soak up the milk as it sits in the fridge. I hope that helps!! -Mallory
Danielle Leyshon
Oh I messed up proper. Made the wet as one. Dry in 3 tubs. The wet shared between 3. So this morning wondering why they so dry. I’ve split one into the other 2. Added more milk. So gone through the lists and added them to my calorie counter. A whopping 486.
Oh well lesson learned. I only noticed when I scrolled further down and it’s there for 1,2 and 3 serving.
My 1st time making them though. So live and learn.
Very tasty mind you.
Mallory
Hi danielle, thank you so much for the feedback..I am so sorry the instructions were confusing!! I hope you make them again and I'm soo happy you still found them to be tasty! ❤️ have a wonderful evening and thank you again! -Mallory