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High-Protein Overnight Oats Recipe

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This High-Protein Overnight Oats recipe is a quick and nutritious breakfast option that combines creamy Greek yogurt, protein powder, oats, and chia seeds for a balanced meal. Easily customizable with various fruits, spices, and toppings like pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nuts, it’s perfect for meal prepping and comes together in just 5 minutes, requiring only chilling time overnight.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla, more if needed)
  • ¼ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 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 Spice Flavor

  • 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
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Pecans for topping

Peanut Butter & Fruit Flavor

  • 1 – 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • ¼ cup fresh strawberries (diced)
  • 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

  1. Add the base ingredients: In a sealable mason jar or small container, combine the oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, mashed banana, and cinnamon. Stir until fully mixed and the oats are submerged; add extra almond milk if needed.
  2. Add your flavor: Incorporate any additional ingredients according to your chosen flavor variation—for example, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for pumpkin spice flavor, or peanut butter and fresh fruits for a fruity peanut butter version.
  3. Seal the container: Secure the lid tightly on the jar or container to prevent spills and contamination.
  4. Chill for 6 hours: Place the sealed container in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours to allow oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and soften.
  5. Refrigerate overnight: For best results, leave the oats chilling overnight. Prepared oats will keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  6. Stir and adjust: Before serving, stir the oats thoroughly. Add additional almond milk if the consistency is too thick or dry to your liking.
  7. Add toppings and enjoy: Top your overnight oats with your favorite fresh fruit slices, nuts such as pecans, shredded coconut, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Serve chilled and enjoy a healthy, protein-packed breakfast.

Notes

  • You can make this recipe vegan by substituting Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey according to taste preferences.
  • Use gluten-free certified oats if you need to keep the recipe gluten-free.
  • Store overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite fruits, nuts, and spices for different flavor profiles.

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