Description
This high-protein overnight oats recipe is a quick, no-cook breakfast option that combines rolled oats, Greek yogurt, protein powder, and chia seeds, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy mornings, it can be prepared the night before and enjoyed cold or warmed with your favorite toppings like berries, nut butter, or nuts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop protein powder (any flavor)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
Toppings
- Berries (e.g. blueberries, strawberries)
- Nut butter (e.g. almond, peanut)
- Chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts, almonds)
- Seeds (e.g. pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, milk of choice, plain Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sweetener if using. Stir or shake well until all ingredients are fully mixed and there are no lumps.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and thicken the mixture.
- Stir and Adjust: In the morning, remove the container from the refrigerator and give the oats a good stir. Add a splash of milk if the texture is too thick or stiff to achieve your desired consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top the oats with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries, nut butter, chopped nuts, or seeds. Enjoy the oats cold directly from the fridge or heat them slightly if preferred.
Notes
- Use vanilla or chocolate protein powder for extra flavor variety.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with plant-based yogurt and a compatible plant-based protein powder.
- These oats can be prepped 2–3 days in advance, making them perfect for meal prep and quick breakfasts.
- Adjust sweetness by varying maple syrup or honey to taste, or omit for no added sugars.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
