Description
This Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats recipe is a quick and nutritious breakfast option that combines creamy Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and chia seeds with old-fashioned oats. Prepared the night before, it offers a deliciously smooth and satisfying start to your day with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Base
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- Optional: 1/4-1/2 cup water if mixture is very thick
Dairy and Flavor
- 1 cup strawberry Greek yogurt
- Optional: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Add-ins
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3/4 cup diced strawberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a pint-sized mason jar, add 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats, 1 1/2 cups milk, 1 cup strawberry Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 3/4 cup diced strawberries, and if desired, 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too thick, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water to thin it out to your preference. Mix again to ensure everything is well incorporated.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the jar with a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Ideally, allow the oats to soak and soften overnight, or for at least 2 hours, so the oats absorb the liquids and the flavors meld together.
- Serve: In the morning, give the mixture a good stir and enjoy your creamy strawberries and cream overnight oats cold straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a vegan-friendly option.
- Frozen strawberries work just as well and help keep the mixture chilled.
- Adjust sweetness by adding honey, maple syrup, or a sweetener of your choice if needed.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add nuts or seeds for added texture and nutrition.
