Chocolate Strawberry Overnight Oats Recipe
A delicious and nutritious recipe for chocolate strawberry overnight oats, combining creamy nut milk, fresh strawberries, maple syrup, and chocolate chips with oats and chia seeds for a wholesome no-cook breakfast. Topped with Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative) for added creaminess, this make-ahead meal is perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened nut milk (or oat milk, skim milk)
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- pinch kosher salt
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dairy-free chocolate or mini chocolate chips, plus additional for topping if desired
Toppings
- 2 cups plain or vanilla Greek yogurt, for topping (can substitute dairy-free yogurt)
Instructions
- Blend the Strawberry Mixture: In a blender, combine the nut milk, frozen strawberries, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt. Blend on high speed for 20 to 30 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth. Set aside.
- Prepare the Oats Mix: Divide the gluten-free rolled oats evenly into 4 lidded containers, using about 1/2 cup per container. Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped dairy-free chocolate or mini chocolate chips to each jar. Stir the dry ingredients together to mix well.
- Add Strawberry Milk: Pour the blended strawberry milk mixture evenly into the 4 containers over the oat mixture. Stir again to ensure that all ingredients are well combined and no dry oats remain at the bottom.
- Refrigerate to Set: Cover each container with a lid and place them in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Serve with Toppings: Before serving, top each jar with 1/2 cup of plain or vanilla Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative. Sprinkle additional chopped chocolate or mini chocolate chips on top if desired for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegan or dairy-free option, use plant-based yogurt and milk alternatives.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup to taste.
- Use fresh strawberries if preferred, but the texture may vary slightly.
- Chia seeds help thicken the oats and add extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
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