Description
Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats deliver creamy, naturally sweet breakfast that tastes like dessert while fueling your body with wholesome nutrition. This make-ahead meal combines hearty oats, protein-packed Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and chia seeds for grab-and-go convenience.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups old-fashioned oats
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- 1½ cups milk (any kind)
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- 1 cup strawberry Greek yogurt
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- 2 tbsp chia seeds
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- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, diced
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- Optional: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
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- Optional: honey or maple syrup
Instructions
Stir together oats, milk, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds in a mixing bowl until well combined. Make sure chia seeds distribute evenly so they can absorb liquid properly and create that perfect creamy texture.
Fold in diced strawberries gently, saving a few pieces for topping. The strawberries release juice overnight, creating beautiful pink swirls throughout the oats that look as good as they taste.
Whisk in protein powder now for extra protein that keeps you fuller longer. Add honey or maple syrup if you prefer sweeter oats, though strawberry yogurt and fruit often provide enough natural sweetness.
Divide mixture evenly among mason jars, filling about three-quarters full to leave room for expansion. Tap jars gently on counter to remove air bubbles and ensure oats settle evenly for consistent texture.
Seal containers tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours, though overnight (8 hours) yields best results. Oats absorb liquid and soften to perfect creamy consistency while flavors meld beautifully.
Give oats a good stir and add splash of milk if you prefer thinner consistency. Top with fresh strawberries, granola for crunch, or your favorite toppings and enjoy cold or warmed briefly in microwave.
Notes
Make 5 jars on Sunday for grab-and-go breakfasts all week long. Old-fashioned oats work best – quick oats become mushy, steel-cut stay too firm.
Greek yogurt adds protein and creates signature cream flavor without heavy cream.
Fresh strawberries provide best flavor, but frozen work when thawed and drained.
Store in refrigerator up to 5 days for perfect meal prep solution. Add vanilla extract, nut butter, or flax seeds for extra nutrition.
Try blueberries, raspberries, peaches, or mango for different flavor variations. Warm in microwave 30-60 seconds if you prefer hot oats over cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 8mg