Protein overnight oats is a rich and creamy breakfast made by soaking rolled oats overnight in a sweetened milk and yogurt mixture with a boost of extra protein from a scoop of protein powder. These high protein overnight oats are healthy, hearty and perfect for meal prep.
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Why Should You Make This Recipe
I love making overnight oats for a quick and easy, filling and protein filled breakfast. My Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats, Tiramisu Overnight Oats, Blueberry Overnight Oats and Pumpkin Overnight Oats are overnight oats recipes that I absolutely adore. This protein overnight oats recipe is another healthy, protein packed breakfast recipe I know you will love just as much as I do.
- Quick and healthy breakfast. This high protein overnight oats recipe takes about 5 minutes to assemble using a handful of simple ingredients. Simply mix everything together and allow the oats to soak overnight. The result is a delicious, healthy and hearty breakfast.
- Perfect for meal prep. Overnight protein oatmeal is perfect for making at the beginning of the week and enjoying for a healthy, filling and delicious breakfast for the next 3 - 4 days.
- You need an eggless, gluten free and high protein breakfast idea. Oats are filled with fiber and slow digesting, complex carbs. Add chia seeds, milk, some sweetener and protein powder and you’ve got a simple and filling breakfast that will keep you full all morning.
Ingredients
This high protein overnight oatmeal recipe requires only a handful of basic pantry ingredients which makes them perfect for busy mornings. Here’s what you will need.
Gather rolled oats, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, protein powder and maple syrup pulse any topping you like.
Substitutions
Here are my recommended substitutions to make this overnight oats with protein if you need them.
- Oats: Heartier types of oats such as old fashioned, rolled oats or steel cut oats are better options for overnight oats. Quick cooking oats will become mushier than the other types of oats. If needed, use gluten free oats to make these overnight protein oats gluten free.
- Chia Seeds: I like adding chia seeds to overnight oats for a thicker and creamier consistency. Feel free to omit or use flax seeds if you like.
- Milk: Use any milk you like. Plant based milk also works well in this recipe if you would like to make these protein overnight oats vegan. For an extra boost of protein, use protein milk.
- Yogurt: Use a good greek yogurt you like. If you would like to make this vegan, use a plant based yogurt.
- Protein Powder: Use your preferred vanilla or chocolate protein powder. I personally love this one.
- Maple Syrup: Honey or agave work well to sweeten these protein oats.
How To Make
Learn how to make protein overnight oats in a few easy steps.
- Grab 2 containers with lids to prepare the protein overnight oats recipe. Add half of the oats and chia seeds into each container. Mix the chia seeds and oats together until well combined.
- Add the milk, yogurt, protein powder and maple syrup to a large mixing bowl. Whisk the mixture together until smooth and well combined.
- Evenly pour the high protein mixture into each of the containers and mix well. Cover the containers and transfer the overnight protein oats to chill in the fridge for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
- When it’s time to serve, top the protein oats with your preferred toppings and enjoy. I love topping mine with fresh berries, sliced almonds and a light drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
How To Make Ahead, Store and Serve
- Make Ahead: Protein overnight oats are perfect for meal prep. Prepare the oats according to the recipe through to the chilling step. The oats will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Wait to top the overnight oats until right before serving.
- Store: Place the protein overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve: Top the hight protein overnight oats with your preferred toppings. I suggest fresh berries, chopped nuts and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey. If you prefer, add some nut butter or a dollop of yogurt.
M’s Expert Tips
- Mix the ingredients directly into individual containers. The easiest and more precise way to make overnight oats is to mix the dry and wet ingredients directly into the individual containers.
- Max out on protein. For the most protein, use a combination of greek yogurt, protein milk and a scoop of protein powder for the base of the overnight oats. Add some nut butter for even more protein.
- Use the right kind of oats. Rolled oats, old fashioned oats or steel cut oats are good for making overnight oats. Quick cooking oats are not ideal unless you prefer a mushier texture.
- Add chia or flax seeds. The addition of chia or flax seeds adds healthy omega-3 fats and creates a thicker more pudding like consistency to the overnight oats.
- Add toppings before serving. Add a dollop of lightly sweetened yogurt, fruit like berries, a drizzle of nut butter, chopped nuts and/or a dusting of cinnamon right before serving.
FAQs
Add a scoop of protein powder, greek yogurt, nut butter and/or protein milk to boost the protein content for any overnight oats recipe.
Yes, overnight oats have a whole host of benefits to keep your body healthy. Soaking the oats breaks down starches and phytic acid, making the nutrients and vitamins easier to absorb. The addition of chia seeds adds a boost of omega-3. Adding a scoop of protein powder adds more satiating protein to keep you fuller for longer. Top these high protein oats with fruit for even more vitamins and minerals.
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Protein Overnight Oats Recipe
Equipment
- 2 containers with lids
- 1 large bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup (90 g) rolled or old fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds, optional
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice
- 1 cup (226 g) greek yogurt
- 2 - 4 tablespoons (30 - 60 ml) maple sryup or honey or sweetener of choice
- 2 scoops protein powder
Instructions
- Grab 2 containers with lids to prepare the protein overnight oats recipe. Add half of the oats and chia seeds into each container. Mix the chia seeds and oats together until well combined.1 cup (90 g) rolled or old fashioned oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, optional
- Add the milk, yogurt, protein powder and maple syrup to a large mixing bowl. Whisk the mixture together until smooth and well combined. Evenly pour the high protein mixture into each of the containers and mix well.1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice, 1 cup (226 g) greek yogurt , 2 - 4 tablespoons (30 - 60 ml) maple sryup or honey , 2 scoops protein powder
- Cover the containers and transfer the overnight protein oats to chill in the fridge for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
- When it’s time to serve, top the protein oats with your preferred toppings and enjoy. I love topping mine with fresh berries, sliced almonds and a light drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
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