Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats blend rolled oats with Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and cherry pie filling for decadent 30g protein breakfast that tastes like dessert.

Ready in 5 minutes prep plus overnight chill, it serves 1 with creamy cheesecake base and juicy cherry topping.

Why This Recipe Works

Greek yogurt + cottage cheese double protein without chalkiness. Cream cheese delivers authentic cheesecake tang. Chia seeds create pudding texture. Frozen cherries thaw into jammy compote. Mason jar format perfects meal prep portability.

Ingredients & Prep

Base:

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
  • 1 scoop (25g) vanilla protein powder
  • ½ cup milk of choice
  • 1 tsp chia seeds

Cherry Topping:

  • ½ cup frozen dark cherries
  • 1 tbsp sugar-free cherry jam
  • ¼ tsp almond extract

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats Recipe
  1. Mash cream cheese into milk until smooth. Stir in protein powder, yogurt, chia.
  2. Fold oats into mixture; divide between jars.
  3. Mix cherries, jam, almond extract; spoon over oats without stirring.
  4. Seal; refrigerate overnight minimum 4 hours.
  5. Stir before eating; add crushed graham cracker optional.

Flavor Variations

VariationKey Add/SwapResulting Twist
StrawberryStrawberry jam + fresh berriesPink cheesecake
BlueberryBlueberries + lemon zestBright citrus
ChocolateChocolate protein + cocoaBlack forest
Peanut ButterPB powder in baseElvis vibes

Storage Tips

Fridge 5 days; freeze 1 month.

FAQs

Too thick?
More milk; chia continues absorbing.

Grainy protein?
Blend wet ingredients first.

No cherries?
Any pie filling; adjust sweetness.

Conclusion

Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats dessert-hugs nutrition creamy perfection.

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Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats Recipe

Cherry Cheesecake Protein Overnight Oats blend Greek yogurt cottage cheese and vanilla protein powder with rolled oats and juicy cherries for decadent 30g protein breakfast that tastes like dessert. Perfect meal prep jars ready in 5 minutes overnight.

  • Author: ssam
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins + overnight
  • Yield: 1 large jar 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale
  • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (25-30g protein)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup cottage cheese small curd
  • ¾ cup milk almond or fairlife
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp cherry pie filling or chopped fresh cherries
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp almond extract
  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Extra cherries for topping

Instructions

  • 1. Blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, milk, protein powder, honey, vanilla, almond extract until ultra-smooth.
  • 2. Whisk oats, chia seeds in large bowl. Pour blended cheesecake mixture over oats, stir thoroughly.
  • 3. Divide into 16 oz mason jars or meal prep containers. Top each with 2 tbsp cherry pie filling or chopped cherries.
  • 4. Seal tightly, refrigerate overnight minimum 4 hours. Top with crushed graham crackers before serving.

Notes

  • Cottage cheese creates cheesecake tang – blend smooth.
  • Fairlife milk doubles protein without powder.
  • Cherry pie filling = perfect cheesecake swirl texture.
  • Make 5 jars Sunday for entire week.
  • Freeze 1 month, thaw overnight in fridge.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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