Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats layered with fresh strawberries and buttery graham crumble for a no-bake, flavorful start.

# Components:

→ Oat Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Strawberry Layer

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
09 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey

→ Graham Crumble

11 - 2 graham crackers, crushed into 1/4 cup crumbs
12 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar

# Method:

01 - Whisk together oats, milk, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Cover the oat mixture and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours to soften the oats and allow flavors to fully develop.
03 - Toss diced strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until assembly.
04 - Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and brown sugar in a small bowl. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand and set aside.
05 - Layer oat mixture and strawberry combination in jars or bowls. Top with graham cracker crumble immediately before serving to maintain crunchiness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No-bake convenience that's perfect for busy mornings
  • Tastes like dessert but packed with protein and whole grains
  • Customizable with dairy-free, vegan, or gluten-free options
  • Make-ahead breakfast that stays fresh for days
  • Kid-friendly and indulgent enough for the whole family
02 -
  • Make sure cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest texture
  • Add graham crumble just before serving to keep it crunchy
  • Store crumble separately if meal-prepping for the week
  • Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup
  • Use frozen strawberries in winter—just thaw and drain excess liquid
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