Overnight Oats Strawberries Walnuts (Printable)

Creamy oats paired with fresh strawberries and crunchy candied walnuts for a wholesome, make-ahead morning dish.

# What Goes In:

→ Oat Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Strawberries

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Candied Walnuts

09 - 1/2 cup walnut halves
10 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
11 - 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
12 - Pinch of ground cinnamon
13 - Small pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
02 - Place a small skillet over medium heat. Add walnut halves, maple syrup, coconut oil, cinnamon, and salt. Stir constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until walnuts are fully coated and release a fragrant aroma. Transfer immediately to parchment paper and allow to cool completely until hardened.
03 - Remove oat mixture from refrigerator and stir to recombine. Layer the prepared oats into serving jars or bowls, then top with fresh sliced strawberries and candied walnuts. Add additional berries or a light drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
04 - Present the overnight oats chilled and consume immediately for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Requires only 10 minutes of active preparation time.
  • Naturally sweetened with maple syrup for a clean breakfast option.
  • Perfectly balances the velvety texture of Greek yogurt oats with crisp, maple-glazed walnuts.
02 -
  • Stir the oats well before assembling to redistribute the chia seeds.
  • If the oats are too thick in the morning, splash in a little extra almond milk to reach your desired consistency.
  • Make the candied walnuts in a larger batch and store them in an airtight container for future snacks.
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