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Creamy Strawberry Rhubarb Overnight Oats

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A quick and easy overnight oats recipe combining tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries with creamy yogurt or cottage cheese for a wholesome, indulgent breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (45 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • ⅔ cup (160 ml) milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • ¼ cup (60 g) Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (small-curd cottage cheese preferred)
  • ½ cup (75 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ½ cup (70 g) fresh rhubarb, chopped into ½-inch pieces
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (12 g) chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Chop ½ cup of fresh rhubarb into ½-inch pieces and slice ½ cup of strawberries. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the rhubarb pieces with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 1 tablespoon of water. Simmer gently over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until the rhubarb softens but still holds some shape. Let it cool completely.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup rolled oats, ⅔ cup milk of choice, ¼ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon chia seeds (if using), lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (add more later if you prefer sweeter oats).
  5. Gently mix in the cooled rhubarb and sliced strawberries, saving a few pieces for topping if desired.
  6. Spoon the mixture into a jar or airtight container, seal, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
  7. In the morning, stir the oats well. Taste and add a drizzle of maple syrup if needed. Top with reserved fruit or a sprinkle of nuts for crunch.

Notes

Let the cooked rhubarb cool completely before mixing to avoid curdling the yogurt or cottage cheese. Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture. Chia seeds are optional but recommended for extra fiber and texture. Adjust sweetness with maple syrup or honey to taste. If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk; if too thin, add more oats next time or reduce liquid slightly.

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Keywords: overnight oats, strawberry, rhubarb, healthy breakfast, creamy oats, easy breakfast, gluten-free, vegan option

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