Strawberry Protein Overnight Oats (Print)

Creamy, protein-packed oats layered with fresh strawberries for a nutritious start.

# Ingredients:

→ Oats Base

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 4 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 scoops vanilla protein powder (about 2 oz)
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Strawberries

09 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Toppings

11 - 4 tablespoons sliced almonds
12 - Extra fresh strawberries for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
02 - In a small bowl, toss diced strawberries with lemon juice and set aside.
03 - Divide half of the oat mixture evenly among four mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Top each container with half of the lemon-marinated strawberries.
05 - Add the remaining oat mixture to each jar, then top with remaining strawberries.
06 - Cover containers tightly with lids and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and flavors to blend.
07 - In the morning, stir gently to combine. Top with sliced almonds and additional fresh strawberries if desired. Serve cold.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required means you can literally make this while your coffee brews the night before.
  • The protein keeps you satisfied through a busy morning, no mid-morning energy crash in sight.
  • Strawberries stay bright and juicy when layered right, making every bite feel fresh even days later.
02 -
  • If your oats seem too thick when you open the jar in the morning, just stir in a splash of extra milk to loosen them up rather than adding milk to the whole batch the night before.
  • Layer your fruit on top instead of mixing it throughout if you want maximum color and freshness, since the bottom layer can look a little sad by day three.
03 -
  • Invest in good protein powder because the cheap stuff can taste chalky or chemical, and you'll be eating this every breakfast for a week.
  • Lemon juice on the strawberries is non-negotiable if you want them to look pretty and taste fresh by day three, trust this small detail.
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