Neapolitan Overnight Oats

If you've ever loved the classic Neapolitan ice cream with its chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors all in one scoop, you're going to love this healthier breakfast version. These classic Neapolitan overnight oats feature three delicious layers: rich chocolate oats on the bottom, creamy vanilla banana oats in the middle, and a fresh strawberry layer on top. Every layer is packed with protein, making this breakfast just as satisfying as it is colorful. It's a fun way to enjoy a timeless flavor combination while starting your morning with a balanced, filling meal.

Serving Size: Three jars

Pictured: Two Jars

Ingredients

Chocolate Oats (Bottom Layer)

• 1 cup oats

• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder

• ¾ cup chocolate almond milk

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

• ¼ cup yogurt

Vanilla Oats (Middle Layer)

• 1 banana (mashed)

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• 1 cup oats

• 1 cup almond milk

• ¼ cup yogurt

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Strawberry Oats (Top Layer)

• 1 scoop strawberry protein powder

• 1 cup oats

• 1 cup almond milk

• ¼ cup yogurt

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

Strawberry Puree

• ½ cup strawberries (stems removed)

• 1 tbsp yogurt

Directions

1. Chocolate layer: Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir until combined. Divide this mixture evenly between three jars.

2. Vanilla layer: Mash the banana. Add remaining vanilla oat ingredients to the bowl and stir until combined. Divide this mixture evenly between three jars.

3. Strawberry layer: Add all strawberry oat layer ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir until combined. Using a food processor, make the strawberry puree. Once well blended, add to the strawberry oat mixture and stir until combined. Divide this mixture evenly between three jars.

4. Chill: Refrigerate overnight or up to 5 days before serving. Top with fresh fruit, chocolate chips, and/or nuts.

Helpful Tips

• To customize the chocolate oat layer: Add chocolate chips, for a more dessert vibe. If chocolate protein powder is unavailable use coca powder instead. Vanilla almond milk works perfectly in place of chocolate almond milk.

• To customize the vanilla oat layer: You can add more vanilla extract or protein powder for a stronger vanilla flavor. You can omit the banana, but may need to add less milk to this layer to prevent a runny texture.

• To customize the strawberry oat layer: Feel free to skip the puree step and instead add all ingredients together. This will give you more pieces of strawberries, however will not have that vibrant pink color in the picture. If strawberry protein powder is unavailable, vanilla will work just as well. You can add strawberry extract for a stronger flavor if desired.

• To make these oats dairy free: Omit the yogurt or use Silk yogurt instead. If omitting yogurt, I would add 1/3 of a mashed banana to each layer to maintain a creamy texture.

• What type of oats should I use? I prefer rolled oats, but quick oats may be used as well for a softer consistency. Avoid using steel-cut oats; they will remain firm and chewy without cooking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Three classic flavors. Chocolate, strawberry and vanilla all come together in one delicious breakfast.

• Every layer is packed with protein. To help keep you full longer.

• Mashed banana. Adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture to the vanilla layer.

• Perfect for meal prep. Make these oats the night before, for a breakfast that is ready when you are.

• Each layer has its own flavor. While pairing perfectly with the others.

• A fun, colorful breakfast. Great for both kids and adults.

• Made with simple ingredients. You can easily find at the grocery store, anytime of the year.