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Fresh Red White and Blue Overnight Oats Parfait

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A quick and easy patriotic breakfast parfait featuring layers of creamy overnight oats, fresh strawberries, and blueberries. Perfect for a colorful and nourishing start to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (dairy or plant-based such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • 1 cup (240g) Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla; optional blend with cottage cheese for extra creaminess)
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) chia seeds (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Stir well to combine until thick but pourable. Add more milk if too thick.
  2. Drizzle honey over the oat mixture and fold gently. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  3. Rinse and prepare strawberries by hulling and slicing. Rinse blueberries and pat dry.
  4. In mason jars or clear glasses, layer a spoonful of oat mixture, followed by a layer of strawberries, then oats, then blueberries. Repeat layers to about 3 layers total, keeping fruit and oats distinct.
  5. Cover jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to soak and thicken.
  6. Before serving, add a final sprinkle of berries on top and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Optionally drizzle more honey or sprinkle granola for crunch.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; instant oats get mushy. Chia seeds help thicken the mixture. Use firm, ripe berries to avoid sogginess. Adjust honey based on yogurt sweetness. Stir oats and milk well before layering to avoid clumps. For looser consistency, stir in milk before serving. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained. Parfaits keep refrigerated up to 3 days; can be frozen without fresh berries for up to a month.

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Keywords: overnight oats, parfait, patriotic breakfast, red white and blue, strawberries, blueberries, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, make ahead

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