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Pumpkin Cheesecake Overnight Oats (Healthy & Easy Recipe)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 jar
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Oats Base:

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • ¼ cup canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds (for thickness)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon + nutmeg + ginger)
  • ½ tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or cream cheese (for richness)
  • 1 tbsp milk (to thin, if needed)
  • ½ tbsp maple syrup or honey

For Toppings (optional but recommended):

  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Dash of cinnamon
  • Extra drizzle of maple syrup
  • Toasted pecans or walnuts (for crunch)

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Oats Base In a mason jar or airtight container, stir together rolled oats, milk, pumpkin purée, chia seeds, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup until well combined.
  • Make the Cheesecake Layer: In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt (or cream cheese), milk, and maple syrup until smooth and creamy.
  • Layer It Up: Spoon half of the oat mixture into the jar, spread a layer of cheesecake mix over it, then top with the remaining oats.
  • Seal & Chill: Cover tightly with a lid and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) to let the oats soak and thicken.
  • Serve & Enjoy: In the morning, stir gently, adjust consistency with extra milk if needed, then add toppings: crushed graham crackers, cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Notes

  • Use rolled oats for the best texture; quick oats will be softer, and steel-cut oats won’t soften enough overnight.
  • Stick with pure pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling (which has added sugar and spices).
  • The cheesecake layer can be made with either Greek yogurt (lighter, tangier) or cream cheese (richer, more dessert-like).
  • Adjust sweetness to your liking — maple syrup adds a warm flavor, while honey gives a brighter sweetness.
  • Overnight oats keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days; for best texture, add crunchy toppings just before serving.
  • For extra protein, stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder (reduce oats or milk slightly to balance consistency).
  • Make it vegan-friendly with non-dairy milk and plant-based yogurt.
Keyword Gluten-Free, meal prep, Vegan