Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats

Last Updated on December 26, 2023 by Christin Gillespie

Chocolate covered strawberries for breakfast? This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious breakfast treat. A thick, chocolatey overnight oats recipe that takes no time to prepare and is a the perfect breakfast for when you’re on the go. It’s a dessert of a breakfast that is vegan, gluten-free, and will satisfy all of your chocolate cravings.

What if I told you that you could have chocolate covered strawberries for breakfast?

Yes, you could actually eat chocolate covered strawberries for breakfast, but in this recipe, I’m talking more specifically about Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats. As in, oatmeal that you can prepare in advance!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Overnight oats take no time to make, just 5 minutes.
• This breakfast is a sweet and creamy overnight oats recipe. It’s loaded with fresh strawberries and is full of chocolate flavor, so it tastes like a treat.
• It’s a vegan overnight oats recipe.
• Plus, it’s a gluten-free overnight oats recipe.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats Ingredients

• Organic Gluten-Free Rolled Oats: Rolled oats, also known as old fashioned oats, are the best kind of oats to use for overnight oats, because they absorb the liquid the best. However, if you only have quick oats on hand, you can use them too!
• Organic Cacao Powder: To make the oats chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular dutch cocoa powder. Cacao powder is pure, raw cacao versus processed. Plus, cacao is rich in magnesium.
• Fresh Organic Strawberries: For flavor and texture.
• Organic Pure Maple Syrup: For sweetness. I suggest using real maple syrup.
• Vanilla Extract: Just a splash, for flavor.
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: A few tablespoons of coconut yogurt, makes this overnight oats recipe extra creamy.
• Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk will work to mix the oats up.
• Organic Chia Seeds: Great for some extra protein, as well as the assistance of absorbing the liquid.
• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Loaded with nutrients, high in omega-3 fats, rich in dietary fiber, and you can’t even taste them. They are completely optional, so no problem if you don’t have them…yet!

How to Make Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are probably the simplest and quickest breakfast to make. Thus, they’re the perfect breakfast for when you’re on the go. All it takes is 4 easy steps to prepare this chocolate overnight oats recipe.

To begin, in a medium sized bowl, add the non-dairy milk, coconut yogurt, cacao powder, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and ground flax seeds. Mix well until you achieve chocolate milk.

Next, mix the oats and chocolate milk together in the mixing bowl.

Then, fold in the strawberries.

Transfer to a jar or cover, place in the fridge overnight, and the oats will be ready to eat in the morning!

Tips for Making this Overnight Oats Recipe Perfectly

Overnight oats are easy to make, but be sure to follow these tips to ensure a breakfast treat.

• Use organic gluten-free rolled oats for a chewy texture or quick oats for a softer texture.
• For preparation, mix this recipe in large bowl, because it’s easier to stir.
• Be sure to mix all the dry and wet ingredients together before adding the rolled oats and strawberries.

Overnight Oats Toppings

The toppings to this overnight oats recipe is what makes this breakfast such a treat. I topped mine with fresh strawberries and melted dark chocolate. Nonetheless, you can top your chocolate covered strawberry breakfast with whatever suits you!

• Organic Non-Dairy Dark Chocolate
• Fresh Organic Berries: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, cherries, etc.
• Organic Banana Slices
• Organic Nut Butter: creamy peanut butter, almond butter, pecan butter, cashew butter, hazelnut butter, etc.
• Chopped Organic Nuts or Seeds: peanuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, pecans, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, etc.
• Organic Hemp Seeds or Organic Chia Seeds
• Organic Coconut Flakes or Organic Shredded Coconut

Substitutions

• If you don’t have organic ground flax seeds, you can use the same amount of organic chia seeds, or completely omit.
• You can use fresh or frozen organic strawberries. If using frozen, the strawberries may change the color a bit, but it still tastes delicious.
• If you’re out of organic strawberries, you can certainly use raspberries or cherries.
• This overnight oats recipe calls for thick coconut yogurt, I recommend the Culina brand. However, you can use any non-dairy yogurt for this recipe.

Overnight Oats FAQ’s

Are Overnight Oats Healthy?

Overnight oats are a wonderful breakfast option! They’re loaded with fiber and give you lasting energy throughout the morning. The addition of healthy fats, carbs, & protein in this recipe also provide some extra nutrients and essential minerals for you.

How Long Do Overnight Oats Last?

Typically, overnight oats last for 4-5 days in the fridge, however they’re best to be enjoyed within a couple of days, since the oats will become softer in texture.

Do You Eat Overnight Oats Hot or Cold?

However you want! Overnight oats are typically enjoyed cold. However, if you’re not a fan of cold breakfasts, then just pop them into the microwave or add them to the stove to heat them up, after they soak overnight.

More Chocolate Overnight Oats Recipes: 

• Chocolate Fudge Overnight Oats
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats
• Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats
• Banana Brownie Overnight Oats
• Strawberry Dark Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats 
• Chocolate Covered Raspberry Overnight Oats
• Chocolate Banana Bread Overnight Oats
• Chocolate Coconut Overnight Oats
• Almond Joy Overnight Oats 
• Pecan Brownie Overnight Oats

Sharing Is Caring!

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Xoxo.

Christin.

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