Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats (Print Version)

Layered oats with strawberries and vanilla yogurt create a smooth, make-ahead morning dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Mixture

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Strawberry Layer

07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar, optional

→ Yogurt Layer

10 - 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or plant-based vanilla yogurt

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons granola
12 - 2 fresh strawberries, sliced
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or pecans

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated.
02 - In a separate small bowl, toss diced strawberries with lemon juice and sugar if using. Allow to sit for flavor infusion.
03 - Cover both mixtures and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to fully meld together.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats to loosen the consistency, adding additional milk if needed.
05 - In jars or serving bowls, layer half the oat mixture, then half the strawberries, then half the yogurt. Repeat the layering sequence with remaining ingredients.
06 - Top with granola, sliced strawberries, and chopped nuts if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Make-ahead convenience—prep the night before and grab it in the morning
  • Tastes like strawberry shortcake but packed with wholesome ingredients
  • Creamy, satisfying texture from overnight-soaked oats and chia seeds
  • Customizable with plant-based milk and yogurt for dietary preferences
  • Beautiful layered presentation perfect for meal prep or brunch
02 -
  • Use certified gluten-free oats if you need a gluten-free breakfast option
  • Mason jars with lids make storage and transport incredibly easy
  • Don't skip the lemon juice on the strawberries—it brightens the flavor beautifully
  • For the creamiest texture, use full-fat Greek yogurt
  • Add toppings just before serving to keep granola crunchy
  • Always check product labels for specific allergen information
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