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Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, these Strawberry Almond Overnight Chia Oats are sure to become your new go-to breakfast. With just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have a nourishing, energizing way to start your day. Sweet, tangy, and creamy, this wholesome recipe is as delicious as it is customizable.
Why I Love These Strawberry Overnight Chia Oats
Thick, creamy, sweet, and slightly tart, these overnight oats are hearty and filling. They are the perfect go-to for a healthy and quick morning breakfast. Though I’ve also been known to eat them for a post-workout snack or as an evening treat.
If you love overnight oats, you may also like Mixed Berry Overnight Oats and these Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats.
Table of contents
Recipe Ingredients
- Almond milk: Unsweetened almond milk helps create a thick and creamy texture. Other types of unsweetened non-dairy milks will also work.
- Almond butter: Unsalted almond butter adds protein, fat and loads of flavor.
- Maple syrup: Adjust the amount to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: Real vanilla extract adds another layer of sweetness.
- Pinch salt: Any type of salt will help enhance the overall flavor.
- Rolled oats: Make sure to use rolled oats and not steel cut or instant.
- Chia seeds: Chia seeds also add protein and healthy fats and they help bind all the ingredients together.
Strawberry Compote
- Fresh strawberries: Fresh or frozen (mostly defrosted) chopped strawberries add natural sweetness and a touch of color.
- Maple syrup: Adds sweetness to the strawberries. Adjust to your preference.
Variations
- Instead of the homemade compote, you can use strawberry jam or any other flavored jam you have on hand.
- Substitute the strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, blackberries or any of your favorite fruit, chopped.
- Use peanut or cashew butter instead of almond butter. Or, for nut-free oats, use tahini or sunflower seed butter.
- Stir in a teaspoon of cinnamon to add more warmth and flavor.
- For even more protein, stir in a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
Step by Step Instructions
- Combine almond milk, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk to blend.
- Add rolled oats and chia seeds to the containers.
- Divide the liquid and pour into the containers with the oats and chia and let them sit.
- Combine strawberries and maple syrup in a saucepan and cook until disintegrated.
- Place the strawberry compote on top of the chia oat mixture and refrigerate.
- Serve with fruit, nuts, seeds, granola and enjoy.
Tips
- Use unsweetened almond milk so you can adjust the level of sweetness to your liking.
- Use fresh almond butter or let it come to room temperature slightly so it’s easier to mix.
- Serve straight from the fridge, at room temperature or slightly warmed.
FAQs
Yes, any type of milk will work, just make sure to use the same amount so you keep the same ratio. I like to use unsweetened so I can add the amount of sweetener I like. Note, you could also use unsweetened vanilla oat or vanilla almond milk and omit the vanilla extract.
At the very least, let the mixture soak for 4 hours.
I suggest you use old fashioned rolled oats for the best texture. Instant oats may get mushy and steel cut may be too chewy.
Yes! You can meal prep these ahead of time. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
These strawberry almond overnight oats are the perfect way to fuel up in the morning. Easily customizable and perfect to make ahead, you can’t go wrong with a few jars of this delicious breakfast in the fridge.
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Strawberry Almond Overnight Chia Oats
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk
- 3 tbsp creamy almond butter, unsalted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
Strawberry Compote
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (or frozen and mostly defrosted)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- In a mixing glass or bowl, combine almond milk, almond butter, 1 tbsp maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk to blend. Alternatively, mix in a blender until smooth.
- Use 1 cup or larger jars or sealable containers. To each container, add ¼ cup rolled oats and 1 tbsp chia seeds.
- Distribute the liquid evenly between containers. Stir well. Set aside for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
Make the compote
- In a medium saucepan, combine chopped strawberries (smaller pieces will break down more easily) and 2 tbsp maple syrup.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, using a spatula to break up the pieces. Cook until thickened and strawberries are mostly disintegrated. Set aside to cool.
- Once chia-oat mixture has started to thicken, give it another stir and top with strawberry compote.
- Cover and set in the fridge for at least 8 hours or overnight. Serve with cut fruit, toasted sliced almonds, or granola. Store for up to 4 days.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
