Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats

Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats have rescued my hectic mornings more times than I can count. If you want a wholesome breakfast that’s ready before you even open your eyes, this is it. You get all that strawberries and cream flavor, but with real whole-food ingredients that actually keep you full. Prepping these the night before has become my little way of making mornings less chaotic and a lot more tasty.

I first made these for myself when I was always in a rush and tired of junky snacks in the car. Now it is my favorite way to make mornings feel less stressful and a lot more delicious.

Ingredients

• Old-fashioned rolled oats: for heartiness and creamy texture go for classic rolled oats not quick or instant for best results
• Milk of choice: to hydrate the oats and add creaminess dairy or any unsweetened non-dairy milk will work
• Plain Greek yogurt: makes it extra creamy and gives a good hit of protein try to find full-fat for the thickest texture
• Chia seeds: help everything set up and get super creamy look for seeds that are plump and fresh
• Maple syrup or honey: for sweetness adjust to taste and try to pick the pure kind not blends
• Real vanilla extract: boosts the dessert vibes always better than imitation vanilla
• Pinch of salt: this brings out flavors and sweet notes
• Fresh strawberries: for bright tartness in every bite pick berries that smell sweet and look vibrant try not to use mushy ones
• Strawberry jam: adds a bold strawberry flavor use a good-quality preserve for best results
• Cream cheese: optional but gives a cheesecake flavor pick full-fat for richness
• Graham cracker crumbs: optional and playful look for fresh crackers for a crunch
• White chocolate chips: totally optional for sweet indulgence use real white chocolate if possible
• Sliced almonds or pistachios: add crunchy texture toasted nuts bring out more nuttiness
• Splash of cream: totally up to you adds extra richness if you want it

Step-by-Step Instructions

Mix the Base:

In a jar or lidded container stir together the rolled oats milk yogurt chia seeds syrup vanilla and a pinch of salt

Layer in the Strawberries:

Add diced strawberries on top of the oat mixture then drizzle in the strawberry jam if you’re using it

Add the Fun Stuff:

If you’re in the mood mix in cream cheese for cheesecake richness a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs or even a spoonful of white chocolate chips to the jar at this stage Press nuts in now or save for the morning for extra crunch

Chill Overnight:

Seal the container tightly and let it sit in the fridge for at least six hours overnight is best The oats and chia seeds will soak everything up turning soft and creamy

Top and Enjoy:

Right before eating stir everything together and add a splash of cream if you want it extra lush Scatter more berries or nuts on top for an extra fresh crunch

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Storage Tips

You can make a batch of these oats for up to four days in advance Just keep them tightly sealed in the fridge They actually get even creamier after a day or two If you’re adding crunchy toppings or nuts wait to stir those in until just before eating so they do not get soggy

Ingredient Substitutions

If you are out of Greek yogurt swap with regular yogurt but reduce milk a bit Oat milk and almond milk both work great Use thawed frozen strawberries if you do not have fresh and swirl in a spoon of jam for extra flavor Rolled oats are most reliable but in a pinch you can try quick oats with a shorter soak

Serving Suggestions

Serve straight from the jar or spoon into a bowl for a sit down breakfast Top with extra berries a dusting of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey For a brunch spread these look adorable in little glass jars or parfait glasses

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Cultural Inspiration

Overnight oats have roots in Swiss muesli which has been a nourishing breakfast for generations Strawberries and cream is the classic flavor pairing and it turns this breakfast into a modern spin on traditional European comfort food My family always felt it was a treat and I love sharing that with my own kids

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

Yes, frozen strawberries work well and will soften as the oats chill overnight, blending nicely with the other ingredients.

→ What type of oats should I use?

Old-fashioned rolled oats are best for texture and creaminess. Avoid instant or steel-cut oats for this preparation.

→ How sweet should I make it?

Adjust the maple syrup or honey to your liking. Start with less—you can always add more in the morning.

→ Can I make it dairy-free?

Absolutely! Use plant-based milk and dairy-free yogurt for a similar creamy result with no dairy at all.

→ How long do these oats keep in the fridge?

They stay delicious for up to 3 days, making them great for meal prep and busy mornings.

→ Any extra toppings I can try?

Try adding cream cheese, graham crackers, white chocolate chips, or nuts for extra flavor and crunch.