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3 cups of protein overnight oats with different toppings.
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Ultimate High Protein Overnight Oats (10 Flavor Options)

With 34 grams of protein per serving, these High Protein Overnight Oats will keep you full and energized all morning long! Choose from 10 different flavor options.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Refrigeration Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat
Servings: 1
Calories: 384kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup milk, any type *
  • ¼ cup plain or vanilla nonfat Greek yogurt (can use dairy-free yogurt to keep this recipe vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or other sweetener of your choice (optional)
  • ½ cup old fashioned oats (use certified gluten-free oats to keep recipe gluten free)
  • ½ tablespoon chia seeds

Optional toppings:

  • fresh berries, peanut butter, almond butter, sliced bananas, chopped nuts, sunflower seeds, coconut flakes

Instructions

  • Stir the milk, yogurt, protein powder, vanilla, and maple syrup together in a small container like a mason jar or Tupperware until protein powder is dissolved.
  • Stir in the oats and chia seeds.
  • Cover the container with a lid and place in the refrigerator overnight (or at least 4 hours).
  • Before eating, stir the mixture. If needed, add a splash of milk to loosen it up. Then, add your favorite toppings and enjoy! See Notes section below for 10 flavor variations.

Notes

* The nutritional information provided uses skim milk. 

10 FLAVOR OPTIONS:
  1. Vanilla Berry: Vanilla protein powder, topped with fresh berries.
  2. Chocolate Peanut Butter: Chocolate protein powder with peanut butter mixed in, topped with a peanut butter drizzle and chopped peanuts.
  3. Apple Cinnamon: Vanilla protein powder with cinnamon and diced apples, topped with more apples and chopped walnuts.
  4. Banana Nut: Vanilla protein powder with mashed bananas, topped with almond or peanut butter, sliced bananas, and sliced almonds.
  5. Almond Joy: Chocolate protein powder topped with shredded coconut and sliced almonds.
  6. Raspberry Chocolate: Chocolate protein powder topped with fresh raspberries and a drizzle of dark chocolate.
  7. Cinnamon Roll: Vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
  8. Mocha: Chocolate protein powder mixed with a shot of espresso or cold brew coffee, topped with cacao nibs.
  9. Pumpkin Spice: Vanilla protein powder, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and pecans.
  10. Maple Pecan: Vanilla protein powder, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 jar | Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 144mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 255IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 427mg | Iron: 2mg