Protein Overnight Oats

With Greek yogurt, almond milk, protein powder, chia seeds, and rolled oats, Protein Overnight Oats is an easy, make-ahead Meal Prep Breakfast that's delicious and comforting.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 348kcal

Author: Jessica Fisher

Cost: $1

Equipment

2-cup container with a lid

Ingredients

½ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup almond milk
honey to taste (optional)
½ cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon whey protein powder
1 tablespoon chia seeds
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
toppings: such as fresh fruit, jam, nut butter, or chopped nuts

Instructions

In a 2-cup container, whisk together the Greek yogurt and almond milk. Add honey to taste, if using.
½ cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ cup almond milk, honey
Stir in the oats, whey protein, chia seeds, and cinnamon, if using.
½ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon whey protein powder, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cover and refrigerate overnight. To serve, top with fruit or other toppings, and serve.
toppings: such as fresh fruit, jam, nut butter, or chopped nuts

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and will vary based on products used. Refrigerate leftovers and consume within 4 days.

Variations

Vegan or dairy-free: use a plant based protein as well as plant-based yogurt.
Gluten-free: this recipe is naturally gluten-free, but read the packaging on the oats, protein powder, and chia seeds to avoid cross contamination.
Mocha: stir in ½ teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee as well as 1 teaspoon cocoa powder.
Chocolate Peanut Butter: stir in 1 tablespoon peanut butter as well as 1 teaspoon cocoa powder.
Apple Cinnamon: stir in ½ apple, finely chopped as well as the optional cinnamon.
Pumpkin Spice: stir in 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree as well as ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.
Strawberries and Cream: stir in 1 tablespoon strawberry jam and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.

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