High-Protein Overnight Oats
High-Protein Overnight Oats are the perfect solution for busy mornings, delivering a delicious and nutritious breakfast in just minutes. With over 40g of protein packed into each serving, these creamy oats are both satisfying and customizable. Enjoy a variety of flavors—from classic cinnamon to tropical coconut—making it easy to switch things up throughout the week. Simply prepare your oats the night before, let them soak in your favorite almond milk, and wake up to a ready-to-eat meal that fuels your day. Ideal for meal prep, this recipe ensures you’ll have a hassle-free breakfast that tastes delightful and keeps you energized.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder
- ½ tbsp chia seeds
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ spotty banana (mashed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree (optional for pumpkin spice flavor)
- 1 – 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional for sweetness)
- ¼ – ⅓ cup apple (small cubes, optional for apple cinnamon flavor)
- 1 – 2 tbsp peanut butter (optional for peanut butter flavor)
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries (diced, optional for peanut butter flavor)
- ¼ of a peach (diced, optional for tropical flavor)
- 1 – 2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional for tropical flavor)
- Sliced banana for topping
- Pecans for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a sealable mason jar, combine almond milk, Greek yogurt, rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, mashed banana, and cinnamon. Stir well to ensure everything is mixed thoroughly.
- Choose your desired flavor addition and mix it into the base.
- Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
- When ready to serve, add additional almond milk if needed and top with your favorite fruits or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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