Fresh Strawberry Overnight Oats
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe featuring fresh strawberries for a healthy, creamy, and delicious start to your day with minimal morning prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (almond, oat, or dairy milk)
- ½ cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (if using). Stir to blend evenly.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk of your choice, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until all oats are coated and chia seeds start to hydrate.
- Fold in fresh strawberries: Gently mix in 1 cup hulled and sliced fresh strawberries, being careful not to mush them.
- Transfer & refrigerate: Spoon the mixture into a jar or airtight container. Seal tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- In the morning, gently stir the oats before eating. Add a splash of milk if the mixture is too thick.
Notes
Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; avoid instant oats to prevent mushiness. Fold strawberries gently to keep their texture. Adjust sweetness after soaking if desired. For dairy-free, use coconut or almond yogurt and plant-based milk. Add nuts or granola before serving for crunch. Leftovers keep up to 3 days refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar or approximate
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 12
Keywords: overnight oats, strawberry oats, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, make ahead breakfast, gluten-free breakfast, dairy-free option