Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats (Printer View)

Creamy oats with strawberries and vanilla yogurt, layered for a fresh, make-ahead start.

# Components:

→ Oats Mixture

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Strawberry Layer

07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar, optional

→ Yogurt Layer

10 - 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or plant-based vanilla yogurt

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons granola
12 - 2 fresh strawberries, sliced
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts, almonds or pecans

# Method steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to fully incorporate all ingredients.
02 - In a separate small bowl, toss diced strawberries with lemon juice and sugar if using.
03 - Cover both mixtures and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats to loosen and achieve desired consistency.
05 - In jars or bowls, layer half the oat mixture, then half the strawberries, then half the yogurt. Repeat layers to create second set of layers.
06 - Top with granola, sliced strawberries, and nuts if desired.
07 - Serve chilled immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Make-ahead convenience: Prep the night before and enjoy a ready-to-eat breakfast in seconds
  • No cooking required: Perfect for warm mornings or when you don't want to turn on the stove
  • Customizable and versatile: Easily adapt to your dietary needs with plant-based milk and yogurt
  • Balanced nutrition: Packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness from fresh fruit
  • Dessert-inspired breakfast: Enjoy the flavors of strawberry shortcake guilt-free
02 -
  • Prep multiple servings on Sunday for easy weekday breakfasts
  • Use a clear jar to showcase the beautiful layers
  • Add the granola topping right before serving to maintain its crunch
  • Taste the strawberries first—if they're very sweet, skip the added sugar
  • Store assembled jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • For extra protein, mix a scoop of protein powder into the oat mixture
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