Strawberry Overnight Oats

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Are you looking for an easy make-ahead breakfast or brunch which translates to relaxed mornings, including while camping? Then this family-approved Strawberry Overnight Oats is just what you need.

Overnight oats are a good choice for meal prepping. Especially since it is as simple as combining all the ingredients, refrigerating, or keep in a cool place and just grab some the next day. Bonus is that they taste just like strawberry shortcake, so what’s not to love?!?!

Like this Almond Butter Overnight Oats, you make this strawberry oatmeal once and eat the whole week for breakfasts, campfire meals, food on the go, school lunches and easy weeknight dinner. We got this.

Why Make This Recipe

• Simple ingredients- Made with easily sourced affordable ingredients.
• Hearty and convenient- A filling breakfast, camping breakfast, or lunch on the go. This strawberry overnight oats recipe with yogurt is protein-packed.
• Quick and easy- 5 minutes of prep is all that is needed.
• Adjustable quantities- Double for a crowd or half this recipe, as needed.
• Easily customizable- Customize with various nuts and fruit. 

Ingredient Notes

• Oats – This strawberry overnight oats recipe uses old fashioned rolled oats for the best result. Steel cut oats will not work. If following a gluten-free diet, then make sure to use gluten-free oats.
• Milk – I use whole milk, but you can also use 2% milk, almond milk, soy milk, cashew milk or oat milk.
• Sweetened – a little bit of pure maple syrup will sweeten this strawberry oatmeal. However, you can also use honey, sugar, or agave nectar. When I make it for just me, I omit the sweetener altogether.
• Yogurt – You need plain Greek yogurt for this, which has the advantage of adding in extra protein.
• Strawberries – use fresh strawberries, the sweeter the better.
• Vanilla extract – a little bit of extra flavor. But you can omit if you desire.
• Shredded coconut – unsweetened shredded coconut adds extra flavor and texture. Feel free to toast this before adding.

Ready to learn how to make Strawberry Oats? Then gather up your ingredients, and I will show you how…

How To Make Strawberry Overnight Oats

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1. Mash a third of the strawberries in a bowl and then add in the yogurt, milk, and oats.
2. Mix well and set in the refrigerator overnight. The oat mixture will be thick, but that is ok!
3. Decant the mixtures into mason jars (or bowls) and top with remaining chopped strawberries and coconut.

Expert Tips

• Divide before chilling – just portion into the right-sized serving amounts before refrigeration or storing so it is easy to take one and go as needed.
• If you are meal prepping, then simply double the batch and portion it out into individual bowls or mason jars for an easy breakfast meal prep.

Delicious Variations

• Nutty Version: Add a crunch by mixing in chopped nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pecans. You can also sprinkle nut butter on top for an extra layer of flavor.
• Chia Seeds Boost: Incorporate a tablespoon of chia seeds into the mix for added texture and nutritional benefits. Chia seeds will absorb some of the liquid and create a thicker consistency.
• Banana Strawberry: Slice some ripe bananas and layer them with the strawberries for a delightful strawberry-banana combo. The natural sweetness of the bananas complements the strawberries beautifully.
• Chocolate Strawberry: If you have a sweet tooth, consider adding a tablespoon of cocoa powder or chocolate chips to the mixture for a chocolate-covered strawberry taste.
• Mixed Berry: Use a mix of berries such as blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries to make a berry medley overnight oats.
• Cinnamon Spice: Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon into the oats for a warm and cozy flavor boost.
• Protein-Packed: Enhance the protein content by stirring in a scoop of your favorite protein powder. This is great for those looking to power up their breakfast.

Prep and Storage

• Prep ahead – Mix all the ingredients overnight, divide into servings, and then chill.
• Store – Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days. 
• Freeze – I don’t recommend freezing this.

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Serving Suggestions

Weight Watchers Points

There are 7 Blue Plan SmartPoints in a serving of this.

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