Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats (Printable)
A luscious blend of fresh strawberries, creamy yogurt, and tender oats that prep ahead for effortless breakfasts.
# Ingredient List:
→ Oats and Dairy
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
→ Fruit
04 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
05 - 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional, for extra sweetness)
→ Flavorings & Sweeteners
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings (Optional)
10 - Additional sliced strawberries
11 - Granola
12 - Chopped nuts
# Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
02 - Fold in the diced strawberries and strawberry jam (if using) until evenly distributed.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, until the oats are soft and the mixture is creamy.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats, add a splash of milk if needed, and top with extra strawberries, granola, or nuts before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Breakfast makes itself while you sleep
- Tastes like dessert but fuels your whole morning
02 -
- The oats continue softening the longer they sit so 6 hours is minimum but overnight is better
- These actually taste better on day two once the strawberries have really settled in
03 -
- Use certified gluten-free oats if that matters for your diet
- Let your jars sit on the counter for 10 minutes before eating to take the chill off