Cottage Cheese Strawberry Oats (Printable)

A creamy blend of oats, cottage cheese, and fresh strawberries makes a healthy morning treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy alternative)
03 - 2/3 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Layer

07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)

→ Topping

10 - 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
11 - Additional fresh strawberries, sliced (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, cottage cheese, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
02 - In a separate small bowl, mash half of the fresh strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup until achieving a slightly chunky consistency. Fold in the remaining chopped strawberries.
03 - Divide oat mixture equally between two jars or airtight containers. Add a layer of strawberry mixture to each, then top with remaining oat mixture.
04 - Cover containers and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to hydrate and flavors to meld.
05 - Gently stir the overnight oats in the morning. Top with graham cracker crumbs and additional sliced strawberries if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein thanks to cottage cheese and chia seeds, keeping you full all morning
  • Tastes like dessert but is packed with nutritious ingredients
  • Requires only 10 minutes of prep—the fridge does the rest of the work
  • Perfectly portable for busy mornings or meal prep
  • Naturally customizable with your favorite berries and toppings
02 -
  • Use a jar with a wide mouth for easier layering and eating
  • Mash the strawberries with a fork rather than pureeing them completely—you want some texture
  • If your cottage cheese has large curds, give it a quick blend for a smoother consistency
  • Prep multiple jars at once for easy grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week
  • Let the oats sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating if you prefer them less cold
  • Always check ingredient labels if you have specific allergen concerns, especially with oats and dairy products
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