Description
These High-Protein Overnight Oats are a delicious and filling breakfast packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Made with oats, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and protein powder, they’re the perfect grab-and-go meal for busy mornings. Customize with your favorite flavors and toppings!
Ingredients
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Base Recipe:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored)
- 1 scoop (about 25g) protein powder (vanilla, chocolate, or unflavored)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (or flaxseeds)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins:
- Chocolate Peanut Butter: 1 tbsp cocoa powder + 1 tbsp peanut butter
- Berry Vanilla: 1/2 cup mixed berries + 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Banana Nut: 1/2 mashed banana + 1 tbsp chopped nuts
- Apple Cinnamon: 1/4 cup diced apple + 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Mocha: 1 tsp instant coffee + 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Toppings (Optional):
- Fresh fruit (bananas, berries, apple slices)
- Nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds)
- Drizzle of nut butter or honey
- Dark chocolate chips or coconut flakes
Notes
- Make It Dairy-Free: Use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk and swap Greek yogurt for a plant-based alternative.
- Thicker Oats: Add an extra tablespoon of chia seeds or reduce the milk slightly.
- Sweeter Option: Use flavored protein powder or increase the honey/maple syrup.
- Meal Prep: Make multiple jars at once for a week’s worth of breakfasts!
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 20mg