I could eat these Strawberry Overnight Oats every single morning. They taste just like strawberries and cream, no blender needed. Just 5 minutes of prep before popping them in the fridge overnight. I always make a few jars at once to meal prep breakfast.

Strawberry Overnight Oats in a glass jar.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

A lot of strawberry overnight oats recipes have you blend the strawberries into the milk first. Not this one. You stir diced strawberries right into the jar, so you still get strawberry in every bite without having to wash a blender.

The Greek yogurt and chia seeds are what make these taste like strawberries and cream. They’re so good I’ll eat a jar as a late night snack while watching TV, usually with mini chocolate chips stirred in (not optional in my house!).

Fresh strawberries are best, but frozen work great too, so I make these year round.

5 minutes of prep, all in one jar
No blender and no cooking
17 grams of protein, no protein powder needed
Extra creamy from Greek yogurt and chia seeds
Great for meal prep, they keep in the fridge for 3 days

Love an easy make ahead breakfast? Try these Cookie Dough Overnight Oats next.

Ingredients

Old Fashioned Rolled Oats: Traditional old fashioned oats are a must in this recipe to perfectly soak up the milk. Quick-cooking oats will become too mushy, while steel-cut oats will be too tough. Use certified gluten-free oats to make them gluten-free.
Milk: Use your favorite dairy or plant-based milk. I like low-fat or 2% dairy milk, but unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, and soy milk are all great options for overnight oats.
Greek Yogurt: Nonfat plain Greek yogurt has the perfect creamy texture. You could substitute for a dairy-free option or leave it out. You may need to add a few extra splashes of milk when serving if you leave it out.
Chia Seeds: They give a thick and creamy consistency to the oats. Plus, they add a bit of protein and fiber.
Honey: To naturally sweeten it. You could swap it out for pure maple syrup or leave it out if you don’t want it as sweet.
Vanilla Extract: You need just a splash of vanilla extract for added flavor since oats can be a bit bland. You can leave this out if you add vanilla protein powder or vanilla yogurt.
Strawberries: Fresh diced strawberries are a must for strawberries and cream overnight oats! You could substitute for defrosted frozen strawberries.

*The full ingredient list with amounts is in the recipe card below.

How to Make Strawberry Overnight Oats

Mix the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey, and vanilla extract in a glass jar or container until combined.
Stir in the diced strawberries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Add a splash of more milk if needed.

A jar of strawberries and cream overnight oats with a reusable lid.

🥕 Nicole’s Cooking Tips

Dice the strawberries small. I cut mine into little pieces, about the size of a chocolate chip. You get strawberry in every single bite, and they release a bit of juice into the oats overnight.
Scrape the bottom of the jar when you stir. Chia seeds love to sink and clump down there. One good scrape with your spoon at night saves you from a gluey pocket in the morning.
Give them a good stir before eating. The oats thicken up overnight, so stir well and add a splash of milk if you like them a little looser. Some mornings I do, some I don’t.

Variations

Stir in chocolate chips. You know me, I always love adding chocolate to my overnight oats! You can stir in a tablespoon of regular or mini chocolate chips.
Add a dash of cinnamon. Like a cinnamon-y flavor with your oatmeal? Just add a dash of ground cinnamon.
Give it a protein boost. You can swap the vanilla extract for one tablespoon of vanilla protein powder.
Drizzle with your favorite nut butter. Almond butter, peanut butter, and cashew butter are all great options.
Add a variety of fruit. Swap out half the strawberries for diced bananas, peaches, blueberries, or raspberries.

Serving Suggestions

Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats are perfect for busy weekday mornings since you can meal prep them up to a few days in advance. You serve them chilled, so they’re great to grab when heading out the door.

They’re excellent for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a dessert. Serve them as is, or top with your favorite toppings like chopped nuts or granola.

A spoon taking a scoop of strawberry overnight oats from a glass jar.

Make Ahead and Storage

Make Ahead: Overnight oats are perfect for making ahead of time since they need to soak for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator. Double or triple the recipe to meal prep breakfast for the next few days, or make a single batch to enjoy tomorrow.

To Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats on a marble counter with a spoon.

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Strawberry Overnight Oats

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Author: Nicole | Fresh Apron
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Refrigerate: at least 4 hours
Total Time: 0 hours
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Refrigerate
Cuisine: American

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Description

These creamy Strawberry Overnight Oats taste just like strawberries and cream. 5 minutes of prep, no blender needed, and perfect for meal prepping breakfast.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup milk of choice
3 tablespoons nonfat plain greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup diced strawberries

Instructions

In a glass jar or container, mix the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey, and vanilla extract until combined.
Stir in the diced strawberries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Add a splash more milk, when serving, if needed.