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Blackberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats – A Creamy, No-Fuss Breakfast

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond, oat, or soy)
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk works best)
  • 1 ounce cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (optional, but lovely with berries)
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • 2/3 cup blackberries, fresh or frozen (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for thicker oats and extra fiber)
  • 1–2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers or granola (optional topping)
  • Zest of 1/4 lemon (optional, for brightness)

Method
 

  1. Soften the cream cheese: If it’s cold, microwave in short 5–10 second bursts until easily stirrable. This prevents lumps in your oats.
  2. Make the cheesecake base: In a medium bowl, whisk cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple, vanilla, almond extract (if using), lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  3. Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the oats and chia seeds. Mix well to fully coat the oats in the creamy mixture.
  4. Smash some berries: Lightly mash half the blackberries with a fork to release their juices. Fold them into the oat mixture for that streaky, berry-swirl look.
  5. Adjust the texture: Pour in the milk and stir until everything is evenly combined. The mix should look a little loose; it will thicken overnight.
  6. Jar it up: Transfer to a 12–16 ounce jar or airtight container. Top with the remaining blackberries. If using frozen berries, add them now—no thawing needed.
  7. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until thick and creamy.
  8. Finish and serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If they’re too thick, splash in a little more milk. Add crushed graham crackers or granola right before eating for a cheesecake “crust” crunch.