Strawberry Vanilla Overnight Oats (Print Version)

Vanilla-scented oats soaked with chia and fresh strawberries for a creamy, grab-and-go morning.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1–2 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 - Sliced almonds
10 - Additional diced strawberries
11 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to mix.
02 - Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
03 - Cover the bowl or secure the jar lid and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
04 - In the morning, stir the mixture. If desired, add a splash of milk to loosen the oats.
05 - Divide into two bowls or jars and top with sliced almonds, extra strawberries, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nothing beats waking up to creamy, fruit-filled oats that require zero morning effort.
  • The fresh strawberries burst with flavor and color, making every bite a little celebration.
02 -
  • Forgetting to chill long enough gave me soupy oats—six hours is the magic number.
  • Rushing with pre-frozen strawberries once left watery oats, so I always thaw and drain first now.
03 -
  • A quick stir before eating gives perfect texture—don’t skip it.
  • Save the prettiest berries for the top; it’s an instant mood booster before that first bite.
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