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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast Recipes

    Published: Jul 10, 2022 by Nicole This post may contain affiliate links.

    Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats

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    Strawberries and cream overnight oats are a sweet way to start your day. Like a dessert for breakfast, only healthier!

    whipped cream and strawberries on top of a bowl of strawberries and cream overnight oats

    Strawberries and cream are one of my favorite flavor combinations so it makes sense to recreate them in some tasty morning oats. This strawberries and cream overnight oats recipe is a wonderful combination of creamy and flavorful in every bite.

    Strawberries and cream flavors are perfect for summer and spring. Our Strawberry Cream Cheese Turnovers, and Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies both agree!

    Why This Recipe Works

    1. It's ready when you are. Just stir them together before bed and wake up to creamy oats that are ready to eat. Perfect for a faster morning routine or perfect for a breakfast on the go.
    2. It's pretty cheap to make. We make these strawberry cream overnight oats for less than $1 and the serving size is pretty huge. You may be able to make two meals for the price of one!
    3. It's a healthier breakfast option! Made with natural sweeteners, fresh berries, fibrous oats, and protein-packed Greek yogurt, this recipe is one you can feel great about eating!
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    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🍽 Equipment Needed
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🧾 Substitutions
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Storage
    • ⏲️Make Ahead Instructions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 💭 FAQs
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments
    ingredients needed for strawberries and cream oats

    🥘 Ingredients

    Old fashioned oats- This is the base of the recipe. These oats will soak up liquid overnight to soften without the need to cook them.

    Milk- Use dairy milk or nondairy milk based on what your preferences are.

    Greek yogurt- Adding greek yogurt will make the oatmeal thicker, creamier, and a bit healthier too.

    Vanilla extract- This is a great flavor enhancer.

    Maple syrup- Use maple syrup as a natural sweetener.

    Chia seeds- This is optional, but adding chia seeds will help to get your oatmeal some more nutritional benefits.

    Salt- A natural flavor enhancer.

    Heavy cream- Adding in heavy cream will give us a little more richness in the consistency.

    Strawberries- Use fresh or frozen strawberries for a fresh berry taste. We like to use fresh strawberries when they're cheap and in season, and then opt for frozen berries when they're out of season. After a night in the fridge, they're perfectly thawed!

    For specific quantities, see the recipe card below.

    🍽 Equipment Needed

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    • Mixing Bowl
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Whisk
    • Storage containers

    🔪 Instructions

    Check out how to make strawberries and cream overnight oats with these simple step-by-step instructions:

    Whisk together the milk, heavy cream, yogurt, vanilla, salt, and maple syrup in a bowl until blended.

    Stir in the chia seeds, if using.

    a mixing bowl with a whisk, greek yogurt, vanilla coffee creamer,maple syrup, chia seeds and vanilla inside

    Stir in the oats and mix until combined.

    oats on top of wet ingredients in a bowl for overnight oats

    Stir in strawberry pieces until distributed.

    strawberries and cream overnight oats in a glass mixing bowl

    Pour the oat mixture into a sealed container and place into the fridge to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.

    In the morning, add more milk (or creamer) to adjust the oat mixture to your liking (or eat it thick).

    a bowl of strawberries and cream overnight oats with sliced fresh strawberries and whipped cream on top

    🧾 Substitutions

    Oats. I have had great success using old fashioned oats and steel cut oats as well as quick cook steel cut oats (the kind that are chopped into smaller pieces). The difference in texture is pretty minimal.

    Milk. You can use whole milk, low fat milk, almond milk, coconut milk or any other milk of choice. Even water or coffee creamer can work well in a pinch. Unsweetened almond milk is our favorite.

    Sweetener. Healthier sweetener options include honey and maple syrup but you can also choose to use agave or a low-carb liquid sugar substitute.

    Yogurt. You can use any plain or flavored yogurt of choice. Our go-to is Greek Yogurt because it's healthier but regular yogurts can be used too. We really enjoy Honey flavored Greek yogurt (it's our favorite). You can also omit the yogurt and just add in another ¼ cup of milk.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    Chia seeds are optional

    Adding chia seeds is optional but can be a great way to get additional health benefits from your meal. They help to reduce your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease.

    Chia seeds will absorb some of the liquid in the oats, so in the morning they will be pretty thick. You can thin down your oats to your desired consistency by stirring in additional milk.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Storage

    Your overnight oats are good for 5 days in the fridge so if desired, you can meal prep for the week on Sunday and not have to worry about breakfast again until Saturday.

    ⏲️Make Ahead Instructions

    You can eat your oats right after they've been mixed together, but the oats will be chewy. Letting them sit for at least 4 to 6 hours is ideal for a better texture and consistency as it will take several hours for the oats to absorb the liquid in the oats. 

    📖 Variations

    If desired, you can heat your overnight oatmeal in a microwave safe bowl in the morning for about 1-2 minutes. While overnight oats are traditionally enjoyed chilled, they are just as tasty (if not more so) when warmed!

    💭 FAQs

    Are overnight oats good for you?

    These oats are a great healthy alternative to many other breakfast foods. Packed with protein, fiber, and fruits this overnight oats recipe is a great way to feel fuller longer.

    Can overnight oats be frozen?

    You can freeze overnight oats in the freezer for up to 3 months but when you do this, make sure that they're in freezer-friendly single-serving containers. Let thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. Some ingredients (like berries) will change in texture once thawed.

    How long do overnight oats last?

    I recommend not keeping overnight oats in the fridge for more than 5 days for the best rating results. Oats with berries mixed in them usually do best when eaten within 3 days, but you can always just add the berries before serving too.

    a bowl of strawberries and cream overnight oats with fresh strawberries and whipped cream on top

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    • Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats
    • Watermelon Smoothie Bowl

    📖 Recipe

    a close up of strawberries and cream overnight oats in a bowl with toppings
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    Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats

    Strawberries and cream overnight oats are a sweet way to start your day. Like a dessert for breakfast, only healthier!
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    6 hrs
    Total Time 6 hrs 10 mins
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 434kcal
    Cost Recipe $0.87
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    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Whisk
    • Storage containers

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cups Old fashioned oats ($0.14)
    • ¼ cup Milk ($0.05)
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt ($0.46)
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract ($0.02)
    • 1-2 Tablespoons Maple syrup ($0.04)
    • ½ teaspoon Chia seeds *optional ($0.02)
    • 1 pinch Salt ($0.01)
    • 1 Tablespoon Heavy cream or vanilla flavored coffee creamer ($0.06)
    • 1-2 Strawberries, diced ($0.07)
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    Instructions

    • Whisk together the milk, heavy cream, yogurt, vanilla, salt, and maple syrup in a bowl until blended.
    • Stir in the chia seeds, if using.
    • Stir in the oats and mix until combined. Stir in strawberry pieces until distributed.
    • Pour the oat mixture into a sealed container and place into the fridge to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
    • In the morning, add more milk (or creamer) to adjust the oat mixture to your liking (or eat it thick).

    Notes

    Substitutions

    • Oats. I have had great success using old fashioned oats and steel cut oats as well as quick cook steel cut oats (the kind that are chopped into smaller pieces). The difference in texture is pretty minimal.
    • Milk. You can use whole milk, low fat milk, almond milk, coconut milk or any other milk of choice. Even water or coffee creamer can work well in a pinch. Unsweetened almond milk is our favorite.
    • Sweetener. Healthier sweetener options include honey and maple syrup but you can also choose to use agave or a low-carb liquid sugar substitute.
    • Yogurt. You can use any plain or flavored yogurt of choice. Our go-to is Greek Yogurt because it's healthier but regular yogurts can be used too. We really enjoy Honey flavored Greek yogurt (it's our favorite). You can also omit the yogurt and just add in another ¼ cup of milk.

    Recipe Tips

    • Adding chia seeds is optional but can be a great way to get additional health benefits from your meal. They help to reduce your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease.
    • Chia seeds will absorb some of the liquid in the oats so in the morning they will be pretty thick. You can thin down your oats to your desired consistency by stirring in additional milk.
    • Your overnight oats are good for 5 days in the fridge so if desired, you can meal prep for the week on Sunday and not have to worry about breakfast again until Saturday.
    • You can eat your oats right after they've been mixed together but the oats will be chewy. Letting them sit for at least 4 to 6 hours is ideal for a better texture and consistency as it will take several hours for the oats to absorb the liquid in the oats. 

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 471mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 266mg | Iron: 3mg
    Author NicoleDurham
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
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