Description
A refreshing and tangy Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe that combines creamy plant milk, chia seeds, and zesty lemon for a nutritious and easy-to-make breakfast. Perfect for meal prep and enjoyed cold with a crunchy cookie topping and optional vegan lemon curd.
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 cup (360 mls) 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 Ingredients
- 2 small dollops of vegan lemon curd
Instructions
- Prepare individual jars: Take 2 jars or other small lidded containers. To each one 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 ingredients: Stir all the ingredients really well until combined evenly. This ensures the chia seeds and oats absorb the flavors and moisture uniformly.
- Refrigerate overnight: Put the lids on the jars tightly and refrigerate overnight or for up to 5 days. This resting time allows the oats and chia seeds to soak up the liquids, creating a creamy, pudding-like texture.
- Serve with toppings: Before serving, crumble over 1 to 2 vegan graham crackers or digestive biscuits for a crunchy contrast. Optionally, add a small dollop of vegan lemon curd on top for extra zing and richness.
- Enjoy: Serve the overnight oats straight from the jar to minimize washing up. Perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast at home or on the go.
Notes
- Make ahead/meal prep – Prepare a batch at the weekend and they will last up to 5 days refrigerated. Great for quick breakfasts throughout the week.
- Use plant milk alternatives like almond, oat, or cashew milk, but avoid soy milk for best results.
- Adjust sweetness with maple syrup or Medjool dates to your preference.
- Optional vegan lemon curd adds a richer lemon flavor but can be omitted for a lighter version.
- Use gluten-free oats and cookies if a gluten-free diet is needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
