Start your day on a sweet and wholesome note with this delicious Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats recipe!
This Part 1 of my Overnight Oats Series! It’s perfect for those who don’t have much time to make breakfast but still want to be satisfied and fueled for their day!
This nutritious twist on the classic dessert combines the flavors of fresh strawberries and mimics a fluffy shortcake flavor in a convenient and healthy breakfast option.
This easy meal prep recipe will have you eagerly waking up to enjoy in the morning.
Strawberry shortcake is such a light yet comforting dessert so it really works perfectly when turned into a breakfast.
Who would have thunk years ago you could turn your morning oats into something like this? Thankfully, you can have you cake (made of oats) and eat it too! 🙂
Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic rolled oats gluten free
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup dairy free milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup adjust according to desired sweetness level
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp strawberry jam optional: adds to the strawberry flavor
- 1 tsp pitaya powder optional: makes it pink, adds some sweetness and nutritional benefits
- Toppings:
- 5-6 strawberries, diced adding a squeeze of lemon juice will keep them fresher
- 1/3 cup dairy free vanilla yogurt
- slivered almonds
Instructions
Make the overnight oats:
- To your jar, add rolled oats, chia seeds, dairy free milk, maple syrup, vanilla, pitaya powder and strawberry jam and mix until very well combined.
Add your toppings:
- Top with a layer of diced strawberries, dairy free vanilla yogurt and slivered almonds or crispy rice cereal on top.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 30 minutes before enjoying!
Notes
Meal Prep Jars for Overnight Oats and Chia Pudding
I started meal prepping my breakfast earlier this year when I got these overnight oats containers!
They made meal prepping way more fun and easy.
It comes with it’s own lid and spoon which is just so convenient! I started making overnight oat chia seed puddings to bring with me to eat outside in the mornings- basically like a little morning picnic situation!
Starting my day with these were a game changer because it really fueled me for my day, kept me full and really got my digestion moving!
It’s truly amazing how the right breakfast can really set the tone of your whole day.
Looking for Healthy Breakfast Recipes? Check out these!
5 Ingredient Vegan “Reese’s” Cereal
Gluten Free Everything Bagel Breakfast Pizza (with vegan lox)
Chocolate Strawberry Baked Oats
Health Benefits of this Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats recipe:
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Vegan and Gluten-Free: This recipe is suitable for those following a vegan or gluten-free diet, allowing everyone to enjoy a wholesome breakfast!
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Nutrient-Dense Ingredients: Oats provide fiber and sustained energy, while chia seeds offer omega-3 fatty acids and additional fiber. Fresh strawberries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
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Controlled Sweetness: Using pure maple syrup as a natural sweetener allows you to control the sweetness level while avoiding refined sugars.
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Convenient and Time Saving: By preparing the oats the night before, you can enjoy a hassle-free and nourishing breakfast without any morning rush.
Elevate your breakfast game with these easy vegan and gluten free Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats!
This is a healthy and satisfying twist on a beloved dessert. 🙂
Prepare this simple recipe in advance and savor each sweet spoonful of this wholesome morning treat!
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It’s so good 10 to 10
Can you please make more recipes like this one? this one is so good. The best one out of all.