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Creamy Strawberry Chia Overnight Oats with Almond Butter

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A creamy, dreamy breakfast that comes together in 10 minutes of active time. Thick without being gloppy, sweet without being sugary, with a perfect almond butter swirl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 3 tablespoons (36g) chia seeds
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice
  • ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
  • ¼ cup (64g) creamy almond butter, plus extra for swirling
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberries. Wash and hull 1 cup of fresh strawberries, then dice them into small, even pieces—about ¼-inch cubes. Set aside a few slices for topping.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of milk, ½ cup of Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Add the almond butter. Spoon ¼ cup of creamy almond butter into the wet mixture. Whisk vigorously until the almond butter is fully dissolved into the liquid.
  4. Combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl or directly in your jar, combine 1 cup of rolled oats, 3 tablespoons of chia seeds, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir with a fork to distribute the chia seeds evenly.
  5. Pour and stir. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly with a spatula or spoon, making sure every oat and chia seed is coated.
  6. Fold in the strawberries. Gently fold the diced strawberries into the oat mixture. Stir just enough to distribute them evenly.
  7. Portion into jars. Divide the mixture evenly between your jars or containers. Leave about ½ inch of space at the top for expansion.
  8. Add the almond butter swirl. Spoon about 1 to 2 teaspoons of extra almond butter on top of each jar. Use a toothpick or the tip of a knife to swirl it into the top layer.
  9. Refrigerate overnight. Secure the lids tightly and place the jars in the refrigerator. Let them sit for at least 8 hours, but 12 to 24 hours is even better.
  10. Serve and enjoy. In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If they’re too thick, add a splash of milk and stir again. Top with additional fresh strawberries, a drizzle of almond butter, and maybe a sprinkle of chia seeds or chopped almonds.

Notes

For best texture, let sit 12-24 hours. If too thick, add a splash of milk before serving. Strawberries will soften and release pink color over time—this is normal. For firmer berries, add fresh each morning.

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Keywords: overnight oats, strawberry, chia seeds, almond butter, breakfast, meal prep, healthy, vegetarian

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