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Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats Recipe

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Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats combine the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake with the convenience of a nutritious, make-ahead breakfast. Creamy Greek yogurt and milk mix with rolled oats and sweetened strawberries, layered with crunchy graham cracker crumbs and toasted almonds for a delightful texture contrast. Perfect for a quick, wholesome start to your day, this recipe is easy to prepare and ready to enjoy after a few hours of chilling.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Strawberries

  • 2½ cups strawberries, diced
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest, grated (optional)

Overnight Oats Mixture

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Assembly Toppings

  • 1 to 2 graham crackers or digestives, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon slivered almonds, toasted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse, hull, and dice 2½ cups of strawberries. Toss them with 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey and ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest (optional) to enhance the flavor. Let this mixture sit for about 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
  2. Mix the Oats: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in 1 cup rolled oats, then gently fold in half of the prepared strawberries along with all their juices. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours to allow the oats to soak and soften.
  3. Assemble the Overnight Oats: When ready to serve, stir the oat mixture, adding a splash of milk if it seems too thick. In serving glasses or bowls, layer the crushed graham crackers, reserved strawberries, then the oat mixture. Repeat with more strawberries and graham cracker crumbs, finishing with toasted slivered almonds on top. To toast the almonds, heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Serve immediately, optionally drizzled with extra honey for added sweetness.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and milk with plant-based alternatives like coconut yogurt and almond milk.
  • Graham crackers can be replaced with digestive biscuits or any crunchy cookie of your choice.
  • Toast almonds carefully and watch closely to prevent burning and ensure a perfect crunch.
  • The oats can be adjusted to steel-cut oats, but soaking time needs to be extended significantly.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for freshness.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/strawberry-shortcake-overnight-oats-recipe/