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Close-up of Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats with Cream Cheese Swirl in a jar, topped with fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats with Cream Cheese Swirl

This recipe creates a make-ahead breakfast that tastes like strawberry cheesecake but is nutritious. It is ideal for busy mornings because you prepare it the night before. The cream cheese swirl adds richness to the wholesome oats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

  • Mason jar or airtight container
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

Oats Base

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup diced fresh strawberries Reserve a few for topping
  • 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs

Cream Cheese Swirl

  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Topping

  • 1 serving Fresh strawberry slices for topping
  • 1 serving Extra graham cracker crumbs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a mason jar or airtight container, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  • Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries, reserving a few for topping.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  • Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over the oat mixture in the jar.
  • Add dollops of the cream cheese mixture on top of the oats, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl it through the oats, creating a marbled effect.
  • Cover the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight (8-12 hours is ideal).
  • In the morning, give the oats a gentle stir if desired, or enjoy the layered presentation.
  • Top with fresh strawberry slices and additional graham cracker crumbs before serving.
  • If the oats are too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
  • Enjoy cold straight from the refrigerator within 2 days for best freshness.

Notes

This recipe is for busy people who want a nutritious, make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert. The cream cheese swirl gives the authentic flavor of cheesecake without extra prep time in the morning.
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