Strawberry Protein Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats blended with protein, layered with fresh strawberries for a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast option.

# What you need:

→ 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
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 - Fresh strawberries for garnish

# How to make it:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, protein powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
02 - In a small bowl, toss diced strawberries with fresh lemon juice to enhance flavor and prevent oxidation.
03 - Divide half of the oat mixture evenly among four mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Top oat mixture with half the prepared strawberries, then add the remaining oat mixture, and finish with the remaining strawberries.
05 - Cover containers tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and flavors to develop.
06 - Stir gently in the morning and top with sliced almonds and additional fresh strawberries if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero morning stress because breakfast is literally ready when you wake up.
  • The strawberries stay juicy and bright instead of getting mushy like in regular oatmeal.
  • You actually feel full and energized for hours, not searching for a snack by mid-morning.
02 -
  • Don't skip stirring the base mixture properly—undissolved protein powder tastes gritty and chalky, and no amount of strawberries can fix that.
  • Mason jars absolutely need tight lids; loose covers lead to oxidation and your berries turning gray within a day, which completely defeats the purpose.
03 -
  • Invest in quality mason jars with good seals—the difference between a decent jar and a great jar is whether your oats stay fresh or absorb random fridge smells.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with the sweetness level; some protein powders are sweeter than others, so your honey adjustment might surprise you.
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