Description
A delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast combining creamy oats, tangy Greek yogurt, and sweet strawberries for a perfect morning meal that’s ready when you wake up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup strawberry Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3/4 cup diced strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1/4–1/2 cup water (optional, if mixture is very thick)
Instructions
- Combine All Ingredients – In a large bowl or pint-sized mason jar, add the old-fashioned oats, milk, strawberry Greek yogurt, and chia seeds. Stir thoroughly to ensure all dry ingredients are well incorporated with the liquid ingredients, creating a consistent mixture.
- Add Strawberries and Protein – Gently fold in the diced strawberries, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture. If using, add the vanilla protein powder and mix until completely incorporated for added nutritional value.
- Refrigerate Overnight – Cover the jar or bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Allow the mixture to sit overnight (or for at least two hours) to let the oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid and soften to the perfect consistency.
- Serve and Enjoy – In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If the mixture seems too thick, add a splash of water or milk to achieve your desired consistency. Serve chilled and enjoy a nutritious breakfast ready to go!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use whole milk or a plant-based alternative like almond or oat milk.
- These overnight oats will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
- Try topping with additional fresh strawberries, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of granola before serving for added texture and flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute plant-based milk and yogurt alternatives.
- If using frozen strawberries, add them frozen – they will thaw overnight and release juices that flavor the oats nicely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg