Strawberry Chocolate Chunk Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats layered with fresh strawberries and dark chocolate chunks for a deliciously easy treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Strawberry Layer

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup

→ Chocolate Chunks

11 - 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips

→ Garnish

12 - 2 whole strawberries, halved
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts such as almonds or pistachios
14 - Extra chocolate shavings

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, toss diced strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup. Set aside.
03 - Stir chocolate chunks into the oat mixture.
04 - Divide half the oat mixture between two clean jars with lids.
05 - Add a layer of half the strawberry mixture to each jar.
06 - Repeat with remaining oats and strawberries, creating alternating layers.
07 - Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and flavors to blend.
08 - Before serving, top with halved strawberries, chopped nuts, and chocolate shavings as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Make-ahead convenience—prep the night before and wake up to breakfast ready to go
  • Healthy indulgence with oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, and dark chocolate
  • Customizable to your dietary needs—easily made vegan or dairy-free
  • Beautiful layered presentation perfect for meal prep or special occasions
  • No cooking required—just mix, layer, and refrigerate
02 -
  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant oats, for the best texture and consistency
  • Mason jars or any 12-16 oz jars with tight-fitting lids work perfectly for storage and serving
  • Let the oats chill for at least 8 hours, but they taste even better after 12 hours
  • Layer the ingredients carefully for a beautiful presentation—use the back of a spoon to smooth each layer
  • If using certified gluten-free oats, check that all other ingredients are also certified gluten-free
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, keeping garnishes separate until ready to serve
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