Strawberry Vanilla Overnight Oats (Printable)

No-cook vanilla oats with chia, Greek yogurt and fresh strawberries—ready after overnight refrigeration for an easy breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
10 - Additional diced strawberries, as desired
11 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup, as desired

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt; stir until evenly mixed.
02 - Gently fold the diced strawberries into the oat mixture so fruit is evenly distributed without crushing.
03 - Cover the bowl or secure the jar lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia to hydrate and thicken.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats; if you prefer a looser texture, add a splash of milk and mix to adjust consistency.
05 - Divide the mixture between two bowls or jars and top with sliced almonds, extra strawberries and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like a little morning gift you made for yourself in advance.
  • The luscious blend of strawberries and vanilla delivers both comfort and brightness without any fuss.
02 -
  • I once forgot to stir the mixture before chilling, which left dry oats at the bottom—mix thoroughly for best results.
  • Letting the oats chill at least 6 hours is key; any less and you’ll get a grainy texture rather than creamy bliss.
03 -
  • Use glass jars with tight lids for easy transport and the freshest texture.
  • If your strawberries aren’t super sweet, add a bit more maple syrup for balance.
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