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Strawberry Buttermilk Overnight Oats

Buttermilk Overnight Oats With Strawberries

The overnight oats soak up the flavors, and the whole thing forms a thick and creamy base for a dollop of plain yogurt and a drizzle of honey. Toasted slivered almonds add crunch and a hint of nuttiness for one more textural element.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
  • 1/2 cup strawberries sliced
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon  toasted slivered almonds optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare the oats and strawberries: In a small bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, buttermilk, and vanilla or almond extract. In another bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with honey, then stir gently to coat them evenly.
  2. Refrigerate overnight — Cover both bowls and keep them refrigerated overnight to let the oats soak up the buttermilk and get tender. Make-ahead: This dish can be made in advance, and the oatmeal cups will keep well for up to five days in the fridge when stored properly.
  3. Make the oats in the morning: The next day, the oats will have thickened to a creamy consistency. Spoon the sweetened strawberries, juice and all, over the yogurt. Sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds for texture, and dig in.
  4. Another Way: Stir all the ingredients together, except for the almonds, in a pint-size jar. Stir well, cover and refrigerate overnight. Top with almonds in the morning, and serve.

Notes

This recipe is not overly sweet, by design. If you like a sweeter taste, sprinkle more honey in the strawberry mixture or right in the oats before going into the fridge.