This quick and easy Strawberry Oatmeal recipe has the perfect balance of bright juicy strawberries mixed with delicious oats and cream. The tart + sweet combination of flavors gives you a satisfying breakfast everyone will love!

Homemade strawberry oatmeal in a round bowl topped with sliced strawberries, freeze dried berries, nuts and yogurt with more ingredients around it.

You are going to love this recipe for strawberry oatmeal that makes a great quick breakfast that is something other than eggs. This oatmeal is hearty and satisfying with touches of berry goodness, a hint of sweetness from the strawberries and maple syrup and some protein from the oats and Greek yogurt.

I typically go for eggs for breakfast on most days but when I am craving something different that is still nutritious and filling, this oatmeal with strawberries is my go-to!

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Oatmeal Recipe

Quick and easy breakfast
Satisfying and filling
Healthy – packed with healthy carbs, protein and fiber
Flavorful – loaded with bright bursts of berries mixed with a hint of sweetness.

You may also love this baked oatmeal that is just as easy to make and delicious!

Ingredients and Substitutions for Strawberry Oatmeal

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this incredible strawberries and cream oatmeal recipe. Here is what you’ll need:

Ingredients for strawberry oatmeal in bowls with labels over each ingredient.

Oats – quick cooking oats work best in this recipe. I would avoid using old fashioned oats, or steel cut or instant oats since they will not work as well and take much longer to cook.
Strawberries – I recommend using fresh strawberries in this recipe for the best flavor. You can use frozen strawberries but they tend to be less sweet and more tart. If using frozen strawberries then thaw them before adding them to the cooked oatmeal.
Almond milk – I like using almond milk to keep this oatmeal recipe dairy free but you can use any milk you like.
Strawberry jam – You can use any strawberry jam you have. It adds a nice burst of sweet strawberry flavor enhancing the berry taste from the strawberries.
Maple Syrup – a little bit of real maple syrup brings a nice hint of sweetness that takes this oatmeal to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Chia seeds – add some fiber and bulk to this oatmeal making it even more hearty and nutritious.
Salt – just a pinch of salt is used to enhance the other flavors to balance everything out.
Vanilla extract – just a splash of vanilla is used to tie everything together nicely and give this cooked oats recipe some nice warm notes that make it so comforting and yummy.

How to make strawberry oatmeal

Make the glazed strawberries. Heat some of jam in a microwave-safe dish for 60 seconds. Stir in the maple syrup, then toss with the sliced strawberries until coated. Set aside for a few minutes.
Cook the oatmeal. Add the oats, remaining jam, chia seeds, strawberries, vanilla, salt, maple syrup, and milk to a pot. Stir and cook over medium-low heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are soft and tender.
Top and serve. Divide the oatmeal into bowls and top with the more strawberries, chopped pecans, freeze-dried strawberries, and dairy-free yogurt, if desired. Finish with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey for an extra sweet touch.

Maple syrup coated strawberries in a glass bowl with a pink linen under it.

Cooked oats in milk with sliced strawberries, jam and chia seeds on top of it in a silver pot.

Expert Tips For The Best Oatmeal With Strawberries

Use quick cooking oats. They are thinner than old fashioned oats, so they cook faster and give the oatmeal a creamier texture.
Fresh strawberries are best. Fresh strawberries give this oatmeal the best strawberry shortcake flavor. Frozen strawberries work, but the flavor and texture are not as delicious.
Make it dairy-free or regular. Use dairy-free milk and dairy-free yogurt or swap in regular milk and plain Greek yogurt if preferred.
Switch up the fruit. Fresh blueberries, raspberries or blackberries are delicious in this oatmeal too.
Storage tips. Store the cooled oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the oatmeal in the microwave or on the stovetop, then top and serve when ready to enjoy.

What type of oats are best for oatmeal?

Quick cooking oats are the best oats to use in this recipe because, well they cook faster than rolled oats or old fashioned oats. They cook faster because they are thinner and precooked before being packaged.

Make sure the package says “gluten free” if you need them to be gluten free since some oats are prepared in a facility that makes other products that contain gluten.

I am a huge fan of Bob’s Red Mill Quick Cooking Oats.

Should you use fresh or frozen strawberries?

I recommend using fresh strawberries for the sweetest flavor and best texture. While frozen strawberries can be used, they tend to be a bit more tart and less flavorful. Either way, this oatmeal will still be delicious! You can also freeze fresh strawberries ahead of time and thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before using. Enjoy!

Bowl of oats with strawberries and a dollup of yogurt on top.

Serving suggestions

Serve this oatmeal with a healthy smoothie on the side like this Simple Green Smoothie.
Have it with some fresh brewed coffee and an extra side of fruit.
Enjoy it with some protein packed Sausage and Pepper Egg Muffins or a Ham and Broccoli and Quiche.
Top it with some Easy Homemade Granola