Description
This High-Protein Overnight Oats recipe is a nutritious and versatile breakfast option that combines rolled oats, protein powder, and a variety of flavorful mix-ins like pumpkin puree, fruits, and spices. Prepared by soaking the ingredients overnight in almond milk, it is perfect for a quick, wholesome, and satisfying meal to kickstart your day with sustained energy and protein.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla, more if needed)
- ¼ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (see notes for vegan substitution)
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free certified or regular)
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- ½ tbsp chia seeds
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ spotty banana (mashed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Pumpkin Flavor Mix
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 – 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ¾ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ – ⅓ cup apple (small cubes, plus more for topping)
- 1 – 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (additional)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pecans for topping
Strawberry & Peanut Butter Flavor Mix
- 1 – 2 tbsp peanut butter
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries (diced)
- ¼ cup almond milk (additional)
Peach & Coconut Flavor Mix
- ¼ cup almond milk (additional)
- 1 – 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ¼ of a peach (diced)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 – 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- Sliced banana for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture: In a sealable mason jar or a small container, combine the base ingredients: almond milk, Greek yogurt, rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, mashed banana, and cinnamon. Stir well to ensure all oats are thoroughly submerged in the almond milk. Add more almond milk if the mixture seems too thick.
- Add your chosen flavor mix: Select one of the flavor mixes—pumpkin, strawberry & peanut butter, or peach & coconut—and stir in all the specified ingredients from that section into the base mixture within the jar.
- Seal the container: Place the lid securely on the jar or container to seal it, ensuring it is airtight for proper soaking.
- Refrigerate overnight: Place the sealed jar in the refrigerator and allow the oats to soak for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, or up to 5 days. This soaking time softens the oats and improves texture and flavor absorption.
- Serve and top: When ready to eat, give the oats a good stir. Add additional almond milk if you prefer a creamier consistency. Top with any extra fruit or nuts like sliced banana, apple cubes, pecans, or shredded coconut according to your flavor choice.
- Enjoy chilled: Serve the high-protein overnight oats cold and enjoy a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast that is easy to prepare and perfect for busy mornings.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative such as coconut or almond milk yogurt.
- Depending on your protein powder, you may adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- Overnight oats can be stored safely in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making them an ideal make-ahead breakfast.
- Adjust the thickness by varying the amount of almond milk to suit your preference.
- Use gluten-free certified oats if you require a gluten-free breakfast.
- The mashed banana helps naturally sweeten the oats and improve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: high protein overnight oats, healthy breakfast, protein packed oats, no cook oats, overnight oats recipe, gluten free oats, vegan option overnight oats, easy breakfast
