These Strawberry Shortcake Protein Overnight Oats layer creamy vanilla oats with juicy strawberries and a dollop of whipped topping for a breakfast inspired by the classic summer dessert. Made with our collagen and protein shake, plus fiber-rich oats and chia seeds, this easy make-ahead breakfast recipe is a sweet and satisfying way to start your day.
Yield: 2 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Inactive Time: 4 hours or overnight
Total Time: 4 hours, 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 (11-ounce) carton Vital Proteins® Vanilla Collagen and Protein Shake
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1-1/2 cups diced fresh strawberries, divided
- Optional toppings: sliced strawberries, crushed graham crackers, whipped topping
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla collagen protein shake, oats, chia seeds, and Greek yogurt. Gently stir in ½ cup of diced strawberries.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until the oats are thick and creamy.
- Just before serving, gently mash the reserved 1 cup of diced strawberries with a fork until slightly softened and juicy.
- Assemble the overnight oats in two jars. Add a layer of overnight oats to each jar, followed by a layer of the mashed strawberries. Divide the remaining overnight oats between the jars, then finish with the remaining mashed strawberries. If desired, garnish each serving with crushed graham crackers and a dollop of extra Greek yogurt or whipped topping.
Nutrition Information
For 1 serving without toppings:
Calories: 350
Fat: 6.5 grams
Carbohydrates: 45 grams
Fiber: 11 grams
Sugars: 8.5 grams
Added Sugar: 0 grams
Protein: 27 grams
