Strawberry shortcake, breakfast-style.
Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats are an excellent way to keep you full all morning while still eating healthy.
This simple recipe requires only a few basic ingredients (rolled oats are a must!), and the result is a super-satisfying meal you’ll want to queue up all week long. This is, hands down, the BEST make-ahead breakfast.
And if you’re looking for other options for busy mornings, check out How to Make Overnight Oats and learn how to customize the ingredients to your liking.
You just might be seeing the Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats fairy in your dreams the night before you get to enjoy this tasty breakfast treat!
Ingredients and Substitutions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
- Optional add-ins. Feel free to get creative here! Everything from yogurt to protein powder and toasted nuts to spices can be added to increase health benefits and flavor.
- Oats. The best option is old-fashioned rolled oats. They keep a chewy yet creamy texture after sitting in the fridge all night. While there is no rule against using instant oats or steel-cut oats, you will need to adjust the amount of liquid, and the consistency will be quite different. You can also look for a certified gluten-free oats brand if needed.
- Milk. You can use whatever kind of milk you have on hand. Cashew milk is my usual go-to because it’s creamy and tastes great. But, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, and regular milk can all be used.
- Strawberries. Fresh work amazing, but feel free to use frozen berries if they aren’t available or affordable in the produce section. Dice the strawberries into small pieces.
- Sweetener. Pure maple syrup, not the artificial pancake variety, is best. You can also use honey. If needed, you can opt for white, brown sugar, or coconut sugar. But these will affect the sweetness. You can always add more before serving, so add less upfront.
- Chia Seeds. While not totally necessary, they are super healthy and add a creamy texture.
Step-by-step Instructions
Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.
Add the strawberries to the jar.
Add the chopped strawberries to the bottom of the jar. Microwave the fruit for about one minute until it is soft and has a jam-like consistency.
Pro Tip: Stick with glass Mason jars when making this recipe if possible. 8-ounce jars are super easy to find and will fit a single serving of overnight oats.
Combine remaining ingredients.
Pour the oats, chia seeds, milk, and sweetener into the jar with the softened strawberries.
Use a spoon to give the mixture a good stir until everything is well combined.
Refrigerate to set.
Place the lid on the jar and set the oat mixture in the fridge.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
Serve with your favorite toppings, like this roasted pecans recipe, roasted almonds recipe, your favorite spices, extra strawberries, or even a few chocolate chips for a sweet treat.
FAQs
The beauty of this dish is how easy it is to whip up the day before. It will keep for up to 3 to 4 days in the fridge, but it is best enjoyed within 24 hours. After this time, it will start to get mushy. You can, however, combine everything except the milk, then add it the night before serving to ensure fresh, creamy oatmeal.
Dealer’s choice! These overnight oats are delicious straight out of the fridge or warmed up for 1 to 2 minutes in the microwave. You might, however, need to add some extra milk to get the creamy consistency after heating. Cold overnight oats are a super-easy breakfast if you’re in a rush.
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Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats Recipe
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- ½ cup oats old-fashioned, rolled, gluten-free if needed
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ cup milk oat, soy, or nut-based milk
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Add the diced strawberries to an 8-oz. glass Mason jar. Microwave for 60 seconds, or until the strawberries are soft and jam-like.⅓ cup strawberries
- Add the oats, chia seeds, milk, and sweetener to the jar. Stir the oats with the liquid until well combined.½ cup oats, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight. Serve with additional fresh berries.
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Notes
- Oats: Rolled oats are best for this recipe as they yield the perfect consistency.
- Mason jar: If you mix everything in the Mason jar you are storing it in, you save dishes and clean up.
- Add-ins: There are so many things to enhance this oatmeal. Try protein powder, Greek yogurt, nuts, and spices.
- Chilling: These overnight oats need at least 4 hours in the fridge but are best after a full night.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Strawberry Recipes
Strawberries are not only delicious, but they are also super healthy and versatile. Check out How to Freeze Strawberries if you’ve never tried.
Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
Hi Vanessa! When fully prepared, they’re best enjoyed within 24 hours. If you want to meal prep for the week, simply combine everything in the jar except for the milk and then mix it in the night before enjoying.
This looks so good! What a great breakfast meal prep for the week!
Hi Suzanne! I hope you enjoy these as much as I do!
This sounds AMAZING, but I’m allergic to yogurt. Is there any way I can make this recipe work without the yogurt?
Hi Gina!! You can just leave the yogurt out and it will taste amazing, too 🙂