Strawberry Matcha Overnight Oats (Print Version)

Nutritious creamy oats layered with matcha and fresh strawberries, perfect for a refreshing breakfast boost.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Matcha Layer

06 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
07 - 2 tablespoons hot water

→ Strawberry Layer

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

→ Toppings

11 - Sliced fresh strawberries
12 - Extra chia seeds
13 - Coconut flakes

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk matcha powder with hot water until completely smooth with no visible lumps.
03 - Pour the matcha mixture into the oat base and stir until the matcha is evenly integrated throughout.
04 - In another bowl, mash the chopped strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup until the mixture reaches a slightly chunky consistency.
05 - Alternately layer the oat-matcha mixture and strawberry mash into mason jars or serving glasses. Begin and finish with the oat mixture on top.
06 - Cover the jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid.
07 - Remove from refrigerator and gently stir the overnight oats. Top with sliced fresh strawberries, additional chia seeds, and coconut flakes. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It actually tastes like a treat, not a health obligation, which somehow makes mornings feel less like a chore.
  • You do the work once before bed and wake up to breakfast already waiting, which is pure magic on hectic days.
  • The antioxidants from matcha and strawberries mean you're doing something genuinely good for yourself while enjoying every bite.
02 -
  • Don't skip the whisking step with matcha—a clumpy matcha breakfast is a sad matcha breakfast, and you deserve better.
  • The ratio of liquid to oats is generous on purpose; overnight oats need more moisture than you'd use if you were cooking them on the stove, so trust the measurements even if it looks wet initially.
03 -
  • If matcha is new to you, start with just half a teaspoon your first time—matcha is an acquired taste, and there's no shame in building up to the full amount.
  • The difference between a good overnight oat and a great one often comes down to using quality milk and not skimping on the liquid; generous moisture is what transforms dry oats into something truly creamy.
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