Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats (Vegan & Creamy)
Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats (Vegan & Creamy) are the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. This easy vegan overnight oats recipe is blended for an ultra-creamy texture and made with simple, wholesome ingredients like oats, chia seeds, plant-based milk, and strawberries.
I am in the era of quick grab-and-go meals, but I am also in the high-protein era. There’s just something so rewarding about putting in the effort on Sunday and reaping the benefits all week long, when I am the busiest.
I love these overnight oats, and I am obsessed with the flavor. If you love overnight oats, you should also try these Spiced Nut and Date Overnight Oats, too.
Spotlight on These Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats
- Creamy texture: Blending the oats creates an ultra-creamy strawberries and cream overnight oats texture that feels indulgent but nourishing.
- Easy meal prep: These vegan overnight oats are perfect for make-ahead breakfasts and busy weekday mornings.
- Wholesome ingredients: Made with oats, chia seeds, plant-based milk, yogurt, and strawberries for a balanced, feel-good breakfast.
- Naturally sweetened: Lightly sweetened with maple syrup for just the right amount of sweetness.
- Vegan and dairy-free: A creamy, plant-based breakfast option that’s gentle on the stomach.
- Kid-friendly: Smooth, sweet, and easy to eat, making it a breakfast the whole family will enjoy.
The Ingredients
Oats: Old fashioned oats are the base of this recipe. Blending them creates an ultra-creamy texture that feels more like dessert than breakfast.
Frozen strawberries: These add natural sweetness and classic strawberries-and-cream flavor. Using frozen strawberries keeps this recipe quick and prep-friendly.
Plant-based milk: Use your favorite unsweetened plant-based milk. A creamier option like almond, soy, or oat milk works best for a rich texture.
Vanilla vegan yogurt: A thick, dairy-free vanilla yogurt helps thicken the oats and adds that signature creamy finish.
Maple syrup: Pure maple syrup lightly sweetens the oats without overpowering the fresh strawberry flavor.
Chia seeds: These nutrient-dense seeds add thickness, fiber, and staying power to keep you full longer.
Vanilla extract: High-quality vanilla ties everything together and enhances the strawberries-and-cream flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but blending is what gives this recipe its ultra-creamy, strawberries-and-cream texture. If you skip blending, the oats will be more traditional and chunky.
I recommend 6 hours to thicken, but overnight is best for the creamiest texture.
It will last up to 5 days.
Yes, fresh strawberries work too. Frozen strawberries are convenient and help create a thicker, colder texture when blended.
I highly recommend topping it with granola! This homemade maple nut granola is to die for! Other options include sliced strawberries, sliced banana, a drizzle of nut butter, or chocolate chips.
The Instructions
Step one: Step one is optional. Thinly slice 4-5 fresh strawberries and firmly press them in a circle around the inside of each mason jar. *The thinner the better they stick.
Step two: Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend for about 1 minute or until everything is smooth and creamy. This includes oats, strawberries, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla, and salt.
Step three: Pour the creamy mixture evenly into three 8-ounce mason jars.
Step four: Cover the mason jars with lids and chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours to thicken. Optionally add homemade granola on top for an extra crunchy texture!
Storage
Place a lid over the jars and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Do not freeze.
Tips and Modifications
For the creamiest texture, use a thick vegan yogurt and fully blend the mixture before pouring into jars. This gives the oats a smooth, strawberries-and-cream consistency instead of a chunky oat texture.
Let the jars chill at least 6 hours, but overnight is best. The chia seeds and oats need time to fully thicken and create that pudding-like texture.
If you like sweeter overnight oats, add an additional tablespoon of maple syrup.
I highly recommend topping the overnight oats with granola!
More Single Serve Vegan Breakfast Recipes
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Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats (Vegan & Creamy)
Equipment
- 3 wide mouth, 8oz mason jars
- 1 high speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-Fashioned oats
- 1 cup frozen strawberries *about 8-9 strawberries
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup plant-based, unsweetened vanilla yogurt *the thicker, the better
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup *do 4 TBSN if you like sweeter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- a pinch of salt
Optional:
- 4-6 fresh strawberries, thinly sliced *to press around the glass jars/or use as a topping
Instructions
- Step one is optional but cute. Thinly slice 4-5 fresh strawberries and firmly press them in a circle around the inside of each mason jar. *The thinner the better they stick.
- Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend for about 1 minute or until everything is smooth and creamy. This includes oats, strawberries, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour the creamy mixture evenly into three 8-ounce mason jars.
- Cover the mason jars with lids and chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours to thicken. Optionally add homemade granola on top for an extra crunchy texture!
