The Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats
Creamy strawberry overnight oats that actually taste like shortcake, finished with a buttery toasted cookie (or graham cracker) crumble for real crunch.
Equipment
- large bowl
- Spoon or Spatula
- Airtight containers or mason jars
- Dry pan or toaster oven (for crumble)
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 cups chopped strawberries
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 pinch salt
- strawberry jam Topping suggestion
- chopped strawberries Topping suggestion
- 1 tablespoon melted butter For the shortcake crumble
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract For the shortcake crumble
- crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers For the shortcake crumble
Instructions
Mix the Overnight Oats Base
- In a large bowl, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, salt, chopped strawberries, and maple syrup. Stir until fully combined and you see no dry pockets; the mixture should look creamy and lightly pink.
- If you want a jammy layer, mash half the strawberries in the bottom of your mason jars before spooning the oat mixture on top.
Chill to Thicken
- Cover the bowl or portion into individual containers, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.
- Let the rolled oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid until thick and pudding-like.
Serve and Add Toppings
- When ready to enjoy, stir well to re-creamy the oats.
- Eat cold straight from the fridge, or warm in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Add desired toppings, such as additional strawberries, strawberry jam, granola, and nut butter.
The Game-Changing 'Shortcake' Crumble
- Mix crushed shortbread cookies or graham crackers with 1 tablespoon melted butter and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until it looks like damp sand.
- Toast in a dry pan or toaster oven for 1 to 2 minutes, just until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Let cool, then sprinkle on right before serving so it stays crisp.
Notes
For the most “shortcake” texture, keep the crumble separate and add it at the last second so it stays crunchy.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.