Strawberry High Protein Overnight Oats

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Strawberry High Protein Overnight Oats

If your mornings are busy, these high protein overnight oats are the answer. They’re creamy, fruity, and loaded with protein to keep you full all morning long. With layers of Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and chia-thickened oats, this make ahead breakfast is quick to blend, easy to layer in jars, and makes breakfast feel like a treat straight from the fridge. They’re especially handy for back-to-school mornings or hot summer days when cooking is the last thing you want to do.

Prep Time10

Resting Time4

Course: Breakfast/Dessert

Cuisine: Breakfast

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: high protein overnight oats

Method: No Cook

Servings: servings (Each serving is roughly 1 ½ cups once layered (oats base, yogurt mixture, strawberry jam, and toppings)

Author: Ashley McCrary

Ingredients

For the Blended Oats Base

1 ¼ cup gluten-free rolled oats
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1 ⅔ cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
½ cup Greek yogurt, nonfat or dairy-free alternative
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
2 ½ tablespoons maple syrup or honey or monk fruit sweetener to taste
1 ½ tablespoons chia seeds stirred in after blending
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Greek Yogurt Mixture

1 cup Greek yogurt, nonfat or dairy-free yogurt
2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Splash of almond milk to thin, as needed

Toppings

2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries warmed to make a jam
Optional Toppings: freeze-dried strawberries, granola, hemp seeds, or a drizzle of nut butter

Instructions

Prepare the Strawberry Jam: In a saucepan, warm 2 cups of strawberries over low heat until they soften and release juices, creating a strawberry jam-like consistency. Stir occasionally. Once sticky and thick, its ready. Allow to cool
Blend the oats base: In a blender, combine the remaining 1 cup of strawberries, oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. After blending, stir in 2 tablespoons of chia seeds (don’t blend them, adding them after blending helps thicken the mixture overnight).
Layer the jars:
Layer 1: Add a layer of Greek yogurt (about 2 tablespoons) to the bottom of each jar.
Layer 2: Add a layer of the warmed strawberry jam (about 2 tablespoons).
Layer 3: Spoon the blended oats mixture on top of the strawberry jam. Leave a little room at the top and add more Greek yogurt and strawberry jam mixture.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until thickened.
Top and serve: Before serving, add fresh sliced strawberries on top, along with any optional toppings like granola, freeze-dried strawberries, hemp seeds, or a drizzle of nut butter.

Notes

Storage and Meal Prep Tips

These easy meal prep oats are built for busy weeks. Store jars in the fridge for up to 4 days - they’ll stay creamy and flavorful. Overnight oats are usually enjoyed cold, but if you prefer them warm, pop them in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir.
Texture Tip: If your oats ever feel slimy, it’s usually from blending chia seeds instead of stirring them in afterward. Always add them post-blend! Another trick I’ve tested is using whey protein for creaminess, while plant-based protein powders tend to make the oats thicker and denser.
For best results, avoid freezing. The texture of oats and strawberries changes too much. Instead, prep smaller batches you’ll actually enjoy fresh. That’s why they’re the perfect make ahead breakfast, ready when you are.

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