Strawberry Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Creamy rolled oats layered with peanut butter, chia seeds, and sweet strawberries for a classic, cozy morning flavor.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
250 min
Makes
3 servings
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Made by Krissy + Lila
Krissy created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
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Total
250 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Storage: These jars are perfect for grab-and-go mornings. Keep them sealed in the fridge where they will stay fresh and flavorful for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the rolled oats
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Combine the rolled oats
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and peanut butter.
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Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the…
Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the bowl and stir the mixture thoroughly with a large spoon until the peanut butter is completely integrated and no dry pockets of oats remain.
Look for: the peanut butter is completely integrated and no dry pockets of oats remain
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Wash and hull the fresh strawberries
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then chop them into small pieces. Add the chopped strawberries to the mixture and fold them in gently until distributed.
Look for: distributed
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Divide the oat mixture evenly among 3…
Divide the oat mixture evenly among 3 sealable glass jars or containers.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Seal the containers tightly with their lids…
Seal the containers tightly with their lids and place them in the refrigerator.
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Chill the jars for at least 4…
Chill the jars for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight (8 hours), to allow the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and thicken.
Allow: 4 hours
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Serve chilled directly from the jar
Serve chilled directly from the jar. Consume within 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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