Strawberry Vanilla Overnight Oats

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)

03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt)

04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds

05 - 1–2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey

06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

07 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - Sliced almonds, as desired

10 - Additional diced strawberries, as desired

11 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl or large jar, whisk together the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.

02 - Gently fold the diced strawberries into the oat mixture, distributing them evenly without overworking the oats.

03 - Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia to absorb the liquid and soften.

04 - In the morning, stir the chilled oats and assess consistency; add a splash of milk if a looser texture is preferred and mix to combine.

05 - Divide the oats between two bowls or jars and finish with sliced almonds, extra strawberries and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

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This breakfast is a weekday lifesaver—you just grab it straight from the fridge and the flavors are dreamy together.
The creamy, subtle vanilla note makes every spoonful taste a bit indulgent, while strawberries brighten up the whole jar.

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If you skip the chia seeds, the oats will be much soupier in the morning—trust me, I learned the hard way.
Letting the strawberries thaw first if you use frozen ones makes the whole mix less watery and more flavorful.

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