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A close-up shows a colorful bowl of Overnight Oats with fresh berries and chia seeds, highlighting a healthy breakfast option.

Easy Strawberry Overnight Oats

This easy strawberry overnight oats recipe is a perfect breakfast solution for busy mornings. It requires minimal prep time and delivers a healthy, delicious, and customizable meal that's ready when you wake up.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats not instant
  • 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt optional
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Mason jar or airtight container
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon or fork

Method
 

  1. Combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt (if using), chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt in a mason jar or airtight container.
  2. Gently fold in the sliced strawberries. Reserve a few slices for topping, if desired.
  3. Stir everything together until well combined, ensuring all oats are submerged in the liquid.
  4. Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. In the morning, give your oats a good stir. If they're too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with extra strawberries, nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey, if desired.

Notes

For the best texture, use rolled oats. Avoid instant oats as they will become mushy. Adjust the sweetness to your liking. If the oats are too thick in the morning, add a splash of milk. To prevent mushy strawberries, add them closer to serving time or reserve some fresh strawberries for topping. Store overnight oats in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For variations, try adding cocoa powder for chocolate strawberry, peanut butter for peanut butter strawberry, sliced banana for strawberry banana, coconut milk and shredded coconut for coconut strawberry, or spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for spiced strawberry.