Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats Recipe
A refreshing and easy to prepare Vegan Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe that combines creamy plant milk, zesty lemon, and subtle sweetness with chia seeds and rolled oats for a nutritious and convenient breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup (100 grams) rolled or old fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or 2 chopped Medjool dates)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 very small pinches fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) plant milk, not soy milk
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 to 2 vegan graham crackers, or digestive biscuits (or similar cookies)
Optional
- 2 small dollops of vegan lemon curd
Instructions
- Prepare the jars: Take 2 jars or other small lidded containers to hold the overnight oats.
- Combine ingredients: To each jar, add ½ cup (50 grams) rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, a small pinch of fine sea salt, ¾ cup plant milk, zest of half a lemon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- Mix well: Stir all the ingredients in each jar thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors and to activate the chia seeds.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jars tightly with their lids and refrigerate overnight or for up to 5 days to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
- Serve: Before serving, crumble one to two vegan graham crackers or digestive biscuits on top of each jar. Add optional dollops of vegan lemon curd to enhance the lemon cheesecake flavor.
- Enjoy: Serve the oats directly in their containers for convenience and minimal cleanup.
Notes
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making it a great meal prep option.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with chopped Medjool dates for a natural sweetener alternative.
- Use any plant-based milk other than soy milk, such as almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- The lemon curd is optional but adds a rich, tangy flavor to mimic cheesecake.
- For crunch, crumble the vegan graham crackers or digestive biscuits just before serving to retain texture.
