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    4-Ingredient Strawberry Overnight Oats

    May 4, 2017 By Monika Last Updated January 25, 2025 9 Comments

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    These strawberry overnight oats are low in sugar and fat, and packed full of strawberries. They are super creamy, refreshing and make a delicious, healthy breakfast-on-the-go or snack. The post includes a vegan option.

    See also cherry compote overnight oats!

    Side view of strawberry overnight oats in coffee cup with spoon wrapped in red-and-white checkered cloth, with strawberries in pink dish and oats mixture in background.

    These strawberry overnight oats are made with only 4 ingredients and take just minutes to prepare. They contain a generous amount of strawberries which have replaced the milk, although I also added some ricotta cheese for a richer, creamier consistency (see Ingredients below for vegan alternatives).

    The reason I used a lot of strawberries in this recipe is that as the oats expand overnight they inevitably absorb some of the strawberry flavour. I wanted to make sure it doesn't get lost in the mixture. 

    I've pureed most of the strawberries, then chopped the rest and combined with the other ingredients. That way the strawberry flavour really comes through in this recipe.

    These easy overnight oats with strawberries make a nutritious breakfast or snack that's high in fibre and low in sugar. The amount of sweetness in this recipe really depends on your personal preference. 1.5 tablespoons of maple syrup produces a moderately sweet strawberry oats breakfast, but you can increase this amount if you prefer (after the mixture has been in the fridge overnight).

    Strawberry overnight oats ingredients and substitutions

    • Oats: use old-fashioned/jumbo oats, rather than instant (see details below).
    • Strawberries: either fresh or frozen.
    • Ricotta: you can use yogurt, cottage cheese, quark or Skyr instead. Vegan alternatives include plant-based yogurt, ricotta and silken tofu (which adds protein and creaminess with almost no calories).
    • Maple syrup: you can use honey or agave syrup instead.
    Side view of strawberry peanut butter overnight oats in coffee cup with spoon wrapped in red-and-white checkered cloth, with strawberries in pink dish and oats mixture in background.

    What oats to use

    For best results I recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats/jumbo oats. They will absorb the flavours and soften overnight while still retaining some texture (these oats are also very nutritious). If you use instant oats you'll end up with a pretty uninspiring, mushy strawberry oat mixture.

    Step-by-step recipe instructions

    1. Puree strawberries: To the blender add most of the strawberries (leave a few to add into the mixture later), ricotta and honey. Puree until smooth.

    Top down view of pureed strawberry mixture in blender with oats in white bowl and strawberries in white dish.

    2. Add oats: Transfer to a bowl, add the oats and remaining chopped strawberries and stir thoroughly.

    TIP: You can also divide the mixture between 2 jars, ready to put in your lunchbox to enjoy later.

    Top down view of strawberry mixture, oats and chopped strawberries with spoon in purple bowl.

    3. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate overnight. Stir before serving.

    Top down view of strawberry overnight oats with spoon in purple bowl.

    Serving suggestions

    I recommend refrigerating your strawberry overnight oats for at least 8-10 hours. You can serve it on its own or topped with more strawberries. You can also make a quick strawberry compote and use that as a topping. For a more intense strawberry flavour add a teaspoon of freeze dried strawberry powder.

    I do not recommend serving strawberry overnight oats warm. After several hours in the fridge the mixture is ready to eat and tastes best chilled. 

    If you would like to enjoy it as a snack you can store it in 3-4 smaller containers or jars.

    Can I use frozen strawberries

    Yes, you can! Although I am using fresh strawberries it's absolutely fine to use frozen (especially if strawberries aren't in season so not at their sweetest).

    It's best, however, to defrost the strawberries (at least partially) before pureeing so that you can easily combine the mixture with the oats.

    How to add more protein to overnight oats with strawberries

    These healthy strawberry overnight oats will keep you full for longer if you add more protein. This can be an extra tablespoon of ricotta, yogurt, cottage cheese or silken tofu (added at serving), 1-2 tablespoons of nut butter, such as cashew, or protein powder.

    Top tips

    • Use old-fashioned rolled oats/jumbo oats, not instant oats.
    • Make sure your strawberries are ripe and sweet. If not in season use frozen instead. You can add a teaspoon of freeze dried strawberry powder for a more intense strawberry flavour.
    • Best served after at least 8 hours. Keep refrigerated, covered, for up to 2 days. Great for breakfast or as a snack anytime.
    • If your overnight oats with strawberries become too thick add a splash of milk.
    • Freeze in an airtight container (do not freeze if your strawberries had been previously frozen).

    Related oat recipes to try next

    • Sweet Potato Overnight Oats
    • Poppy Seed Overnight Oats
    • Overnight Quinoa with Banana (No Added Sugar)
    • Chai Porridge with Passion Fruit

    See also these other easy breakfast recipes!

    Recipe

    Side view of strawberry overnight oats in glass with spoon wrapped in red-and-white checkered cloth, with strawberries in pink dish and oats mixture in background.

    4-Ingredient Strawberry Overnight Oats

    These strawberry overnight oats are low in sugar and fat, and packed full of strawberries. They are super creamy, refreshing and make a delicious, healthy breakfast-on-the-go or snack. The post includes a vegan option.
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: vegan, vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 277kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup (85 g) old-fashioned rolled oats jumbo oats, not instant
    • 12.35 ounces (350 g) strawberries fresh or frozen, see *Notes
    • 3 tablespoons ricotta cheese or yogurt, see **Notes for vegan alternatives
    • 1½ tablespoons honey/maple syrup or to taste

    Instructions

    • Puree most of the strawberries with the ricotta and honey.
    • Transfer to a bowl and chop up the remaining strawberries. Add into the mixture along with the oats and stir thoroughly.
    • Place in a jar and close the lid (or use a bowl, covered) and refrigerate overnight. Stir before serving.

    Notes

    • Use old-fashioned rolled oats/jumbo oats, NOT instant oats.
    • For maximum sweetness use ripe, good quality strawberries. 
    • *Either fresh or frozen strawberries are ok to use (if using frozen defrost before pureeing). 
    • Because of the high fruit content I used ricotta for added creaminess.
    • **Make it vegan by replacing the ricotta with a plant based yogurt or silken tofu.
    • For an even more intense strawberry flavour you can add a tablespoon of freeze dried strawberries. 
    • If the mixture becomes too thick add a splash of milk (any).
    • Best served after at least 8 hours. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
    • I do not recommend serving strawberry overnight oats warm. After several hours the mixture is ready to eat and tastes best chilled.
    • Freeze only if using strawberries that haven't been frozen before. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 451mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 103mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 3mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. sarahgiebens says

      May 08, 2017 at 10:24 am

      That looks and sounds delicious!

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      • Monika says

        May 08, 2017 at 10:46 am

        Thank you:)

        Reply
    2. Zeba says

      May 07, 2017 at 4:41 pm

      This looks just perfect. I have yet to try overnight oats and this just might be the right way to give it a try!!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 07, 2017 at 5:05 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com says

      May 06, 2017 at 8:31 pm

      Two words => YES PLEASE!! I just love how pretty these overnight oats are and how delicious they sound AND they are wonderfully healthy to boot - what's not to like?? 😀 Eb x

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      • Monika says

        May 07, 2017 at 7:19 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Angela / Only Crumbs Remain says

      May 05, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      What a pretty pink your overnight oats have turned with all of those fab strawberries in there. And I love the idea of including some ricotta for the creaminess, great idea Monika,
      Angela x

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      • Monika says

        May 05, 2017 at 1:54 pm

        Thank you Angela:)

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