Strawberry Vanilla Overnight Oats (Print View)

Make-ahead vanilla-scented oats with chopped strawberries for a creamy, grab-and-go breakfast.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1–2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - Sliced almonds
10 - Additional diced strawberries
11 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to mix.
02 - Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
03 - Cover the bowl or secure the jar lid and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
04 - In the morning, stir the mixture. If desired, add a splash of milk to loosen the oats.
05 - Divide into two bowls or jars and top with sliced almonds, extra strawberries, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like dessert for breakfast but is secretly good for you.
  • Everything happens in one bowl or jar and you can customize it to whatever fruit you have on hand.
02 -
  • If you use quick oats, the result gets mushy instead of creamy.
  • Letting the oats chill for a full night makes the texture perfect – fewer hours means it's less silky.
03 -
  • Mix the ingredients really well for the creamiest texture—no dry oat patches!
  • Adding the vanilla at the same time as the sweetener makes the flavors blend perfectly.
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