Description
This Creamy Strawberry Overnight Oats recipe is a healthy, delicious, and dairy-free breakfast option perfect for busy mornings. Made without yogurt, it uses chia seeds and non-dairy milk to create a thick and creamy texture. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and strawberry jam, and topped with fresh strawberries, it offers a refreshing and nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats Base
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (adds thickness and omega-3s)
- 3/4 cup non-dairy milk (unsweetened almond milk preferred)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats for creamier texture)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (pure extract preferred for better flavor)
- 1 tbsp strawberry jam (fresh strawberry preserves recommended)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or agave nectar for less sweetness)
Topping
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (sliced just before serving for freshness)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or a mason jar, mix the rolled oats, chia seeds, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, strawberry jam, and maple syrup until fully combined to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the mixture tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid, resulting in a creamy and thick texture without cooking.
- Prepare Fresh Strawberries: Just before serving, wash and slice the fresh strawberries to keep them vibrant and fresh tasting.
- Serve: Give the soaked oats a good stir and top with the sliced fresh strawberries. Optionally, add extra maple syrup or strawberry jam for more sweetness.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; instant oats may become too mushy.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or strawberry jam.
- Make sure to slice strawberries fresh before serving to preserve freshness and texture.
- This recipe is dairy-free and vegan friendly.
- Can be prepared in advance for a convenient grab-and-go breakfast.
- Feel free to substitute any non-dairy milk based on your preference like oat milk or soy milk.
