Overnight Oats with Strawberries (Print Version)

A wholesome oat base paired with fresh strawberries and sweet, crunchy candied walnuts for a fresh start.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 cinnamon
13 - Small pinch of sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate overnight for at least 6 hours.
02 - In a small skillet over medium heat, add walnuts, maple syrup, coconut oil, cinnamon, and salt. Stir constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until walnuts are coated and fragrant. Transfer to parchment paper to cool and harden.
03 - In the morning, stir the oat mixture. Layer oats, fresh strawberries, and candied walnuts in jars or bowls. Top with additional berries or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
04 - Serve chilled and enjoy immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Truly make-ahead: Assemble in minutes the night before and breakfast is ready when you wake up.
  • Naturally sweetened: Pure maple syrup does all the work — no refined sugar needed.
  • Creamy and satisfying: Greek yogurt and chia seeds give the oats a thick, velvety texture that keeps you full for hours.
  • Crunchy, caramelized walnuts: Homemade candied walnuts add an irresistible texture and depth of flavor you simply can't get from a store-bought topping.
  • Easy to customize: Swap the fruit, change the nuts, or go fully plant-based — this recipe is wonderfully flexible.
02 -
  • Don't skip the salt: A pinch of sea salt in both the oat base and the candied walnuts sharpens all the flavors and balances the sweetness of the maple syrup.
  • Stir the candied walnuts constantly: The maple syrup can burn quickly — keep your spatula moving for the full 3–4 minutes over medium heat.
  • Cool walnuts completely before storing: Transfer them to parchment paper and let them sit undisturbed until fully hardened to achieve maximum crunch.
  • Make multiple jars at once: The oat base scales easily — prep a week's worth of jars on Sunday and top each one fresh each morning.
  • Check labels for allergens: Always verify that your almond milk, yogurt, and other packaged ingredients are free from hidden allergens relevant to your household.
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