Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats Recipe
A delicious and nutritious Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats recipe that combines creamy dairy-free yogurt, sweetened with maple syrup, and fresh-tasting strawberries for a quick and easy make-ahead breakfast or snack. Perfect for anyone seeking a vegan and gluten-free option packed with fiber and protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (microwaving strawberries)
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 jars (8 oz each) or 4 jars (4 oz each) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats Mixture
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp vegan vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1 ½ cups dairy-free milk (such as unsweetened soy milk, almond milk, or oat milk)
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract
Strawberry Topping
- 1 ¼ cups frozen strawberries
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Assembly
- 5 oz dairy-free yogurt
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the oats, chia seeds, and vegan vanilla protein powder if using. Whisk them together to evenly combine all the dry ingredients.
- Add liquid ingredients: Stir in the dairy-free milk, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and the vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
- Prepare strawberries: Place the frozen strawberries in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Cut the berries into smaller, bite-sized pieces, then continue microwaving for another 2-3 minutes in 30-second intervals, stirring and checking until the berries are bubbling and the liquid has reduced by about a quarter. Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired. Cover and chill in the fridge until ready to assemble.
- Assemble jars: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the thickened oats into the bottom of a jar. Add a layer of the warm strawberry mixture, then top with more overnight oats. Add a spoonful of dairy-free yogurt on top. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
- Storage: The recipe makes about 2 jars of 8 oz or 4 jars of 4 oz. Store the assembled jars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days for a convenient grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh strawberries for frozen ones; if using fresh, simply mash them slightly and stir in some maple syrup before layering.
- Vegan vanilla protein powder is optional but adds extra protein to the oats.
- Use your preferred dairy-free milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk to suit dietary needs.
- If you prefer sweeter oats, adjust the amount of maple syrup accordingly.
- This recipe is best enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Keywords: overnight oats, strawberries, dairy-free, vegan breakfast, healthy oats, make ahead breakfast, chia seeds
