Needing a boost of energy ? Try this Honey Strawberry Overnight oatmeal! A light and naturally sweetened overnight oatmeal that is gluten free, vegan, simple to make, and loaded with extra nourishment!
Happy Spring! Although it sure feels like almost Summer here. Yikes! I’m scared for Texas. We might melt before June. But for now, I’m gonna embrace the aroma of all things light and SPRING(Y)! Like strawberries, honey, and overnight oatmeal. COLD gluten free oatmeal, yet still comforting and refreshing. Yes, I said cold. Are we the only ones that eats overnight oatmeal cold? We don’t reheat it in the morning, more on that later because I can’t get off topic here. Where was I? Oh yes, this flavor combo. As mentioned above.. spring AROMA…. honey, strawberry, and creamy coconut milk all bundled together in soaked creamy gluten free oats.
I first started making overnight oatmeal for my husband (and myself) back in 2010. Man that seems long ago. But this is when he was knee deep in ironman training/racing. I was also training for half marathons and teaching. I look back at our activity and cringe. Whoa, how did we function? Why did we put yourself through that? Haha! Talk about biting off more than we could chew! Lesson learned! Regardless, it was a busy time and we needed all the extra energy we could get and FAST! Overnight oatmeal became a staple in our house because one, they could be prepared the night before which made 4:45 am wake up calls a little easier. And two, because allowing gluten free oats/seeds to soak made it easier for digestion and therefore nutrient absorption. By soaking or fermenting grains/seeds/legumes you help reduce and breakdown (somewhat) of the phytic acid; an anti-nutrient. It’s an anti-nutrient because it binds minerals in the digestive tract, making them less available for our bodies to absorb. That’s not something you want when are relying on FOOD as FUEL. Am I right?
We ALL need minerals, we all need vitamins, and if your immunity is weak or you are knee deep in some sort of athletic training, you need EXTRA! Now you see why soaking grains, like in overnight oatmeal, are not only a great meal prep, but also key for those having trouble digesting grains and for digestive health in general.
Does that make sense? Am I boring you yet? Nah, you like Corny Nerdy Cotter syndrome.
Stay with me here! Let’s take this overnight oatmeal. Look how pretty those strawberries and seeds are. Gah.. I love it! But more importantly, I love what this dish provides in regards to nourishment.
This honey sesame strawberry overnight oatmeal dish is filled with vitamins and minerals!
- Gluten Free Oats – Rich in B vitamins, plant based iron, and insoluble fiber!
- Both Sesame seed and Chia Seed are rich in copper, manganese, iron, phosphorus and more! Sesame seeds contain fatty acids which are believed to help balance hormones. Plus their lignans (plant compounds) help boost nutrient absorption of vitamin E and other phytonutrients (aka plant based antioxidants). (source)
- Almond Butter is rich in Vitamin E.
- Strawberries are packed with Vitamin C and fiber. And so pretty! 😉
- Honey is also rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, plus has antibacterial properties which help boost immunity.
Honey Strawberry Overnight Oatmeal
- Total Time: 8 minute
- Yield: 2 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Honey Strawberry Overnight Oatmeal {Gluten Free, Dairy Free}
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten free quick oats
- 1 cup water (or milk of choice)
- ¼ cup canned light coconut milk
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (some for topping as well if preferred)
- 1 tbsp (heaping) of no stir almond butter or other nut butter of choice
- 1 tbsp all natural strawberry preserves
- ½ tsp vanilla
- pinch of salt
- ½ to 1 tablespoon sesame or chia seed
- 1 handful of strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Combine oats, water (or milk), coconut milk, nut butter, ½ to 1 tablespoon sesame or chia seed, salt, vanilla, preserves, and honey into a small mixing bowl. Mix well and then let it sit overnight in fridge.
- Remove from fridge and spoon into bowls. Add sliced strawberry on top extra sesame or chia seed, if desired. Add more milk and honey if you prefer creamier texture.
Notes
The oatmeal will expand and create more volume overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 hr
- Category: breakfast
- Method: mix
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 8
NUTRITION –> This overnight oatmeal dish has anywhere between 340 to 475 calories, depending on your serving size and type of milk you use. It’s still relatively lower in sugar compared to most other packaged flavored oatmeals (12 -15 grams), has over 11 grams protein, and over 20% IRON per serving. YEA!
Plus allowing all these nutrient rich ingredients to soak can definitely do wonders with absorption. Soak in coconut milk, almond milk, buttermilk (fermentation health perks), cashew milk, or water. Although I highly recommend the coconut milk route. It’s delicious.
Now that’s I’ve gone off on a nerdy nutrition tangent, I’ll finish with some light hearted questions to ponder.
What’s your favorite Spring produce? Do you ever use sesame in sweet dishes?
Overnight oatmeal, are you a believer?
I expect answers for all below please. Kidding… kinda.
Cheers,
LC
I LOvE the addition of sesame seeds! I might swap tahini for the almond butter just to up the sesame goodness in this breakfast. Thanks for the inspiration!
yes, i’ve use tahini too! both work great. Let me know if you try it!
2010 WAS ages ago!!! It’s so weird to think… 6 years is a quarter of my life. oh my God.
Also you guys are both crazy and so inspiring. I definitely would not wake up at 4;45 unless it was to catch a plane to Mexico heh heh heh.
Love the addition of sesame seeds. I often think of it more of a dinner topping (i.e. salmon), but can see how it would be delicious in oatmeal
Haha well you have lots more life to go! Yay! And I say we hop a plane to Mexico
I love overnight oats especially in the warmer weather. I am always looking for new combinations. I recently found an almond / coconut combo milk and seriously like it. So glad the fresh strawberries are back.
Love that combo too! So dreamy
I actually ate oatmeal for the first time in like ten years. Yes, I’m probably one of the few HLB bloggers who doesn’t eat oatmeal or oats in a jar for that matter. I didn’t hate them, and I really dig your flavor profile here.
Haha I’ve never done oats in a jar: and I’m the blogger who dislikes FROYO. Gasp!
I could go for some summery, Texas weather right about now! Here in Connecticut it’s about forty degrees and gloomy 😐
how about you come here for spring then i come there for summer? best of both worlds!
Oh my goodness, this looks delicious! Sounds satisfying and filling, too– what a perfect breakfast.
Oh wow, Lindsay! I would have never thought to put honey, sesame seeds and strawberries together in oatmeal. I cannot wait to try this! Thank you for such a unique recipe. 🙂
thank you friend. I hope you like it!
Oh my, Texas heat?! I HEAR ya! Growing up, our Spring break was in March and they were always HOT! My family comes here during Summer to escape. It’s one thing I don’t miss about living in TX. No doubt 2010 sounded crazy! Isn’t it funny how when you look back at times like that and wonder how you ever did it all!? Lindsay, we’ve been eating overnight oats for a long time.. so I love all the information you’ve shared here. It’s the ultimate fast food! I love how you’ve added sesame seeds and coconut milk! I’ve done neither and coconut milk? OH Yeah!!! Can’t wait to stir in these things. Thank you for this my dear!
do you think i could come visit you for the summer? haha i;m scared of our summer already.I’ll bring coconut milk and sesame and we can have an oatmeal party. Mmm k? xxoo
This looks so yummy I may actually eat it. I’ve always loved the idea of overnight oats, but I just can’t deal with the consistency. This looks magical though!
you mean the porridge like consistency? do you like thicker or thinner batter? you can totally adjust them.
I love using coconut milk in my overnight oats! I’ve been more into steel cut overnight oats, vs quick, but all the ingredients is making me want to try just quick by itself again. It sounds so amazing and I love the nutrients!!
oh yes, those oats make it even thicker! love that ash!
Oooooooh, this flavour combination sounds so so good! The freshness of strawberries goes so well with nutty flavours!
yes, love the nutty texture too. I”m nutty! haha thanks Kristy!
Give me all the science talk Lindsay I love it!! And I love overnight oats, seriously the best breakfast a girl could ask for on a busy morning!! I have to try the sesame seed strawberry combo, sounds delish!
yes! totally knew you’d approve sam! thanks
We love overnight oatmeal over here and we never reheat it! I’m always of killing the beneficial bacteria!
I love the strawberry/sesame combo!
haha yes! so smart!Keep that good bacteria active!
This caught my eye on Instagram and I just had to check out the recipe! I have been trying to start getting in the habit of making overnight oats, I find it is so much more satisfying to eat in these hot mornings that are coming, and I loved the addition of seasame seeds. It would make such a nice change in flavor when you get tired of the typical ones, and I love that it has a nice calorie count, I have found big breakfasts to be the best, especially after morning workouts!
Totally! I’m starved post morning workout. Let me know if you try it Hilary!
Errr merrr gersh!!! I need these in my life! I am in such a breakfast rut right now and these would make my life so much easier AND tastier! 🙂
I feed you! <3 come over
First, I had no idea people ate overnight oats warm lol! I’ve always eaten my cold hehe; ) Second, I LOVE sesame so will definitely be giving this combo a try!! And third, we’ve been watching a lot of Fixer Upper and now my hubby is obsessed with looking up homes for sale in Waco 😀 Don’t think we would actually move since it’s far from family, but a girl can dream 😉 Have a wonderful week friend ~XOXO
yes!!! move! come to texas! <3
Confession: I prefer eating most of my foods cold, soI’m definitely with you on the “no reheating” bandwagon 😀 And while I’ve done the strawberry and honey combo, I’ve never added sesame seas. I’m intrigued!
why i love you! cold food friend. <3 haha.
That looks like a winning bowl to me. I am a fan of overnight oats, but I often forget to make them the night before, which totally defeats the purpose, so then I am stuck with just regular ‘ol oats, Ha! Ah well. I need to set an alarm or something to remind myself to prep them.
My spring produce love has always been asparagus.
p.s. I finally got around to listening to your feature on Blissful Bites, I loved it, great job friend!!
so glad! Nicole’s podcast is so encouraging!! thank you for listening.
yess,…… overnight oats always.
❤️❤️ are you feeling better?
right now, I’m obsessed with asparagus but why are they so freaking expensive?????? i don’t like warm oatmeal..so the idea of overnight cold oatmeal sounds wonderful..this is such a pretty bowl!!!
i know! i think vegetables should be free! LOL
Can you believe I have never done overnight oats!!!! YIKES! I love all the spring produce.. although here, a lot of stuff year round. 🙂
Beautiful eats!!!
have you tried the overnight oats with protein? we love adding that too! Cold oats Keeps you cool during summer. haha.
I have not but I always put protein in my hot oatmeal so I guess I must try! 🙂
Sesame seeds <3 A must!!!! I always put sesame in my oatmeal in the form of tahini <3
oh yea, tahini lovers!
Oh yes please! Such a fan of overnight oats. I used to make them in a mason jar and take them to work – oh the looks I got, haha!
Gotta go out tomorrow and buy strawberries. Pretty indeed!
now that is genius! i gotta try mason jars that is just BRILLIANT! like you! miss you!
yes to those COLD overnight oats, that’s the only way I eat overnight oats! This is happening very soon!
yes!! keep me posted!
I haven’t been doing much oatmeal at all… it never rally got cold here so I just didn’t want it. Helloooooo overnight oats. I need to start doing it again. Can you come cook for me while I can’t walk though? We have wine.
Yes, on my way! pour the wine!
I love the addition of the sesame seeds in there, looks so yummy!
thanks friend!
my kind of meal!
you know i thought of you!
Woooooooooooowee! My hat’s off to you for training for Ironman while working and trying to keep up with life…I can’t even imagine! I LOVE overnight oatmeal and can definitely see this being the preferred go-to for early mornings and for staying fueled while training for an event. Incredible how all it takes is a little pre-soak to unlock our food’s nutrient value! P.S. those strawbs are goooooorgeous!
ya, I didn’t train for ironman but i felt that tired. Goodness my more adrenals! SOAKING to the rescue!
I love COLD overnight oatmeal. There is something so delicious and refreshing about the texture. YUM! I have never used sesame seeds in a sweet dish, but I think it is a great idea. I will have to give it a shot.
I so agree! and let me know if you try it Chelsea!
I’ve never used sesame in sweet dishes and I love pretty much all spring produce! We are trying to so hard to have warmer weather…but the cold is still lingering a bit. And now I have the perfect breakfast for tomorrow – I have a 4:20am morning filled with clients. I usually do a smoothie, but I’m going on a run in between (3miles) and could use the extra fuel!
oh my, come visit! it’s like 80F already! crazy
So pretty! I made some overnight oatmeal last night to help. In still having a lot of issues. I think I may already be melting. Finally had to turn on the a/c last night. It was 94. It’s March!
You’re melting and we have snow, crazy spring! This looks so yummy I’m craving berries and honey for breakfast now, with a side of eggs of course 🙂
Sesame and honey are a natural pairing. I don’t even really like honey that much, but sesame has a balancing nuttiness to the floralness of honey that makes it work!
I never thought about adding sesame to it. It’ll surely taste amazing!
I’m pinning it for later. Now it’s time to get myself more seeds. 😉
let me know if you do Debbie!
Look at those beautiful berries! And YES…I can always use a burst of energy! Love this easy make-ahead breakfast!!