Peanut Butter Cheesecake Overnight Oats
The ultimate morning indulgence, these Peanut Butter Cheesecake Overnight Oats are creamy, delicious, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they provide a nutritious start to your day while satisfying your sweet tooth. Perfect for busy mornings, you can prepare them the night before and enjoy a breakfast that feels like dessert!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats regular or gluten-free
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup separated
- sea salt pinch
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. Start by mixing the cream cheese and peanut butter together until they form a smooth paste. You should see a creamy texture without any lumps. The maple syrup will add sweetness and help blend the ingredients together.
- In another bowl, add in the remaining ingredients: rolled oats, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir well, ensuring everything is combined. The oats should be thoroughly coated in the liquid, absorbing flavors.
- Now, it’s time to swirl in that delicious peanut butter mixture from step one. Use a spoon to gently fold it into the oats, creating swirls of creamy goodness. Don’t worry if it isn’t perfectly mixed; those swirls are what make it fun!
- Cover your bowl or transfer the mixture into individual jars for easy storage. Ensure it’s sealed to keep everything fresh. This is an important step to keep moisture in and flavors intact.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. The longer it sits, the more the oats will absorb the liquid, resulting in a creamy, cheesecake-like consistency. You’ll be amazed at how the oats transform!
- When ready to serve, you can warm it up if desired. Heat gently in the microwave for about 30 seconds, but remember, it’s delicious cold too! Adding an extra drizzle of peanut butter on top before serving makes it even better!
Notes
- Tip 1: As long as you store these oats in an airtight container, you do not need a special jar. No need to use a mason jar or anything fancy; you can make these in any container that can be sealed.
- Tip 2: You can make several of these at one time. These can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. Make up to five at a time, and you will be prepped and ready for breakfast on the go this week!
- Tip 3: Sweeten to your own taste before serving. Everyone has differing tastes for sweetness. You can wait until serving to sweeten if you are unsure whether it will be too sweet for you.