Strawberry Overnight Oats are healthy, sweet and delicious. They come together in a breeze and they are a great breakfast option for warm summer days.
The heat in Northwestern Ontario, Canada came early this year. My house has been hot and humid so I have been experimenting with various recipes that do not require cooking or baking. Strawberry Overnight Oats is one of these recipes.
Strawberry Overnight Oats are really easy to make. Simply mix the ingredients in a jar or bowl, cover and let sit in the fridge overnight. Remove from the fridge in the morning and you have a delicious breakfast that's ready to eat. This recipe works well for meal prepping. I like to add Greek yogurt to my overnight oats for a protein boost and a more well-rounded breakfast. This recipe pairs well with my Egg White Breakfast Bites.
If you are looking for other recipes with strawberries, try my Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp or Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins.
Ingredients
- Strawberries - I used fresh strawberries.
- Rolled Oats - Rolled oats work the best in this recipe.
- Chia Seeds - Adds some heart healthy fats to this recipe.
- Almond Milk - I used vanilla unsweetened almond milk.
- Maple Syrup - Adds some sweetness to the oats.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Add rolled oats and chia seeds to a small bowl or jar. Stir to combine.
Add almond milk and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and stir to combine. Optional: Add an extra teaspoon of maple syrup if you prefer sweeter oats.
Add diced strawberries. Mix until the strawberries are evenly distributed in the oat mixture.
Put lid on jar or cover bowl with plastic wrap or the cover of your choosing. Refrigerate overnight. Makes 1 serving.
Hint: Make sure to cover the oats before putting them in the fridge to maximize their freshness.
Substitutions
- Rolled Oats - Rolled oats work the best for this recipe. You can substitute quick oats but the consistency won't be quite the same. Do not use steel cut oats for this recipe. Use certified gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten free.
- Almond Milk - Any type of milk can be substituted for the almond milk.
Equipment
Strawberry Overnight Oats are super easy to make with limited equipment required. Just grab a small bowl or jar, measuring cups and spoons and you are good to go!
Storage
Overnight Oats can be stored in the fridge for up to three days. When ready to eat, remove from the fridge and enjoy.
I do not recommend freezing overnight oats.
Top tip
Be sure to let the oats sit overnight so the oats and the chia seeds have a chance to absorb the milk.
FAQ
Rolled oats work the best in this recipe but you can substitute quick oats in a pinch. See the substitutions section above for further tips.
I designed this recipe to make one serving but you can easily double, triple, etc. the recipe to make the desired amount of servings you choose.
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Recipe
Strawberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ¼ cup strawberries about 2-3 medium strawberries
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- ⅓ cup almond milk
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Add rolled oats and chia seeds to a small bowl or jar. Stir to combine.
- Add almond milk and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and stir to combine. Optional: Add an extra teaspoon of maple syrup if you prefer sweeter oats.
- Add diced strawberries. Mix until the strawberries are evenly distributed in the oat mixture.
- Put lid on jar or cover bowl with plastic wrap or the cover of your choosing. Refrigerate overnight. Makes 1 serving.
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