My ideal summer morning is a cup of coffee and these vegan blueberry cheesecake overnight oats. Creamy, tangy, and packed with wild blueberries, they taste far more indulgent than the 3 minutes of prep it takes to make them. Topped with granola for a chef's kiss finish. Gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and absolutely worthy of a permanent spot in your breakfast rotation.
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Vegan blueberry cheesecake overnight oats ingredients
Nine ingredients tossed into a jar, shaken well, and popped into the fridge overnight. Here's what you need.
- Certified gluten-free rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats work best. Steel-cut oats will be too chewy, and quick oats will turn mushy.
- Plant milk: I use unsweetened almond milk, but any non-dairy milk works. The creamier the milk, the richer the oats will be.
- Dairy-free yogurt: This is the secret ingredient to achieve the cheesecake flavor. Cocojune and Culina are my two favorites for vegan yogurt. In this recipe, they are perfectly thick and tangy. Use a vanilla yogurt for the best results.
- Pure maple syrup: naturally sweetens, while adding the perfect flavor in combination with the other ingredients.
- Vanilla extract: optional but recommended. Adds a warm depth that enhances the cheesecake flavor.
- Cinnamon: just a dash for warmth and coziness. Measure with your heart.
- Salt: just a pinch to tie all the flavors together.
- Frozen wild blueberries: use them both mixed in and as a topping. The firm, icy texture against the creamy oats is everything. Swap for fresh blueberries or another favorite fruit in a pinch.
- Granola: the combination of the crunchy clusters paired with the creaminess of the oats is something I'll never get over. It is truly so darn good. I love my homemade coconut cashew granola for this recipe, but any granola will work.
How to make vegan blueberry cheesecake overnight oats
1. Add and shake
Add all ingredients except the blueberries and granola to a wide-mouth mason jar or airtight container. Stir to combine, seal tightly, and shake well. This ensures everything is evenly distributed and the oats are fully coated in the yogurt and milk mixture.
2. Chill overnight
Place in the fridge for at least 4-6 hours. Overnight is best as it allows the flavors to fully combine and the oats to achieve that thick, creaminess.
3. Top and serve
Remove from the fridge and give it a good stir. Add frozen wild blueberries — both mixed in and piled on top — and finish with a big handful of granola. Serve immediately for that perfect contrast of cold, creamy oats and crunchy granola clusters.
Blueberry cheesecake overnight oats variations
- Extra cheesecake flavor: add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of lemon zest on top. The extra tang takes that tangy cheesecake flavor to another level.
- Superfood boost: stir in a tablespoon of hemp seeds, ground flaxseed, or chia seeds for extra nutrients and protein. Chia seeds will also thicken the base slightly, so you may want to add another splash of milk.
- Dessert style: fold in dairy-free white chocolate chips and crushed gluten-free graham crackers. Top with a dollop of vegan whipped cream for a full dessert-for-breakfast moment.
- Mixed berry: swap or combine the wild blueberries with raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries for a different berry flavor profile.
For more perfect make-ahead breakfast options, check out these recipes:
- Peanut Butter Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds
- Homemade Healthy Breakfast Superfood Cereal (Vegan)
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds
- Vegan Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
A few helpful tips
- Use thick yogurt: the thicker the yogurt, the creamier and more cheesecake-like the base. Avoid thin or runny yogurts as they won't give you the right texture.
- Add toppings just before serving: granola and blueberries are best added right before eating. Granola added too early will lose its crunch, and blueberries will bleed into the oats overnight, adding too much extra juice to the base.
- Adjust the consistency: prefer thicker oats? Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or reduce the milk slightly. Prefer looser oats? Add an extra splash of milk before serving.
- Meal prep in individual jars: make each serving separately using the exact measurements rather than making a large batch and splitting it. This gives you the best texture and flavor in every jar.
Storing overnight oats
Store in an airtight container or sealed mason jar in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Add toppings just before serving to keep the granola crunchy and the blueberries fresh. One of my favorite easy and quick meal prep breakfast options.
📋 Recipe
Easy Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Vegan)
Equipment
- Wide-mouth mason jar or airtight container
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats
- ⅓ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 3 tablespoons Cocojune vanilla yogurt or thick vanilla yogurt of choice
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- few dashes of ground cinnamon
Toppings
- ⅓ cup frozen wild blueberries
- handful of granola
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the blueberries and granola to a wide-mouth mason jar or airtight container. Stir to combine, then seal tightly and shake well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Place in the fridge overnight (or 4-6 hours minumum). The oats will absorb the liquid and soften into a thick creamy base.
- Remove from the fridge and give a good stir. Add frozen wild blueberries (some mixed in and some piled on top), then finish with a generous handful of granola. I love this coconut cashew granola with this recipe).
Notes
- Yogurt: Cocojune and Culina are my two favorite thick vegan yogurts for this recipe. Both are tangy, creamy, and give the oats that signature cheesecake flavor. Use vanilla yogurt for the best results.
- Oats: use old-fashioned rolled oats. Steel-cut oats will be too chewy, and quick oats will turn mushy.
- Consistency: for thicker oats, add a tablespoon of chia seeds or reduce the milk slightly. For even creamier oats, add an extra splash of milk before serving.
- Toppings: add just before serving to keep the granola crunchy and the blueberries fresh.
If you made these overnight oats and now can't imagine a summer morning without them, leave a star rating below. It helps more than you know, and I absolutely love hearing your thoughts. xo, Morgan
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