A prep recipe with a plan

Strawberry Almond Chia Oats Recipe

A measured strawberry almond chia oats prep recipe for 4 servings, with packing, storage, and reheating notes.

Makes

4 servings

Prep time

10 min

Best for

Portable

Flavor

Fruity, nutty, and creamy

oats
strawberries
almond milk
chia seeds
Illustrative image of strawberry almond chia overnight oats

The useful part

How to prep it

  1. 1

    Stir the oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt together.

  2. 2

    Divide half the mixture among four jars, add the strawberries and almond butter, then top with the remaining oat mixture.

  3. 3

    Seal and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours, until thickened.

  4. 4

    Add a few fresh strawberry slices before serving if you have them set aside.

Work with what you have

Easy substitutions

Use the closest swap that fits what you have and how you plan to pack it.

almond milk

oat milk or soy milk

almond butter

sunflower seed butter or peanut butter

Make the next meal easier

Leftover plan

Leftover plan

Use extra oats as a parfait layer or stir them into yogurt for a thicker breakfast.

Storage

Keep the prepared components chilled in sealed containers. Refrigerate within 2 hours and use within 3 days.

Reheat

Serve cold or warm gently in the microwave. Add fresh fruit after warming.

Food safety guidance

For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.