Strawberry Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats soaked overnight with fresh strawberries and chia seeds for a healthy, make-ahead breakfast.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Mixture
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Strawberries
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
→ Toppings (optional)
09 - Additional sliced strawberries
10 - Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
11 - Shredded coconut
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until fully incorporated and smooth.
02 - Gently fold in the diced strawberries, distributing evenly throughout the oat mixture.
03 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, preferably overnight, to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. If the mixture is too thick, add a small splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
05 - Divide into serving bowls or jars. Top with extra strawberries, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Waking up to breakfast already made feels like giving your future self a gift
- The strawberries soften into this sweet jammy consistency that no fresh topping can replicate
- These oats kept me full until lunch which never happens with my usual toast
02 -
- I once made these in a shallow container and they dried out so use a jar or bowl with a tight lid
- The texture improves after the first night so making them 2 days ahead actually works better
- Frozen strawberries release more water so reduce the milk slightly if using them
03 -
- Use certified gluten free oats if that matters for your diet
- The oats continue softening so if you prefer some chew eat them within 24 hours