Baby and toddler recipes
🍓 Strawberry chia overnight oats
Oats and chia soaked overnight in milk with mashed strawberries, ready to serve straight from the fridge. A no cook breakfast with fibre, calcium and omega 3 fats.
Makes 2 baby portions
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp (about 35g) Oats (ground for younger babies)
- 1 tsp Chia seeds (ground)
- 4 Strawberry (hulled and mashed)
- 100ml Cow's milk (full fat, or a fortified oat drink)
- 2 tbsp Yoghurt (plain, full fat)
Method
- Grind the chia seeds in a spice grinder or with a pestle and mortar.
- Mix the oats, ground chia, milk and yoghurt in a small jar or bowl.
- Stir in the mashed strawberries.
- Cover and chill in the fridge overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Stir well in the morning and loosen with a splash of milk if very thick.
Serving it to your baby
From 7 months, serve on a preloaded spoon. Grinding the oats and chia gives a smoother texture that is easier for new eaters. From 10 months, use whole rolled oats and top with quartered strawberries.
For the rest of the family
Make adult jars with whole chia, a spoon of nut butter and a handful of granola.
Storing and reheating
Keep covered in the fridge and eat within 24 hours. This recipe is not suitable for freezing.
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Questions parents ask
Are chia seeds safe for babies?
Yes, in small amounts mixed into soaked or wet foods. Grinding them first helps digestion and stops dry seeds clumping.
Is it safe to serve oats uncooked?
Yes. Rolled oats are heat treated during processing, and soaking softens them so they are easy to eat.
OBubba gives general information based on UK guidance. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose anything. Every baby is different. If your baby has a known allergy, severe eczema or a medical condition, speak to your doctor or health visitor before starting solids. Learn baby first aid, and in an emergency call your local emergency number (999 in the UK).