High Protein Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
High-protein overnight oats with Greek yogurt and chia seeds, prepped in just 5 minutes for a creamy grab-and-go breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
04 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
→ Sweetener & Flavor
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
10 - Fresh berries
11 - Sliced banana
12 - Nuts or seeds
13 - Drizzle of nut butter
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
02 - Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth with no dry pockets.
03 - Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, allowing the oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and develop a creamy texture.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats and add a splash of almond milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars and finish with fresh berries, sliced banana, a sprinkle of nuts or seeds, and a drizzle of nut butter.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The protein from Greek yogurt and protein powder keeps you full until lunch without that mid-morning crash.
- Everything comes together in about five minutes the night before, so your morning self barely has to think.
02 -
- Protein powder can clump if you dump it in all at once, so sprinkle it in gradually while stirring to keep everything silky smooth.
- Chia seeds settle at the bottom if you forget to stir before refrigerating, so give the mixture one final swirl before closing the lid.
03 -
- Layer the toppings between the oats before refrigerating for a parfait effect that makes breakfast feel surprisingly special.
- Use a jar with measurement markings so you can mix, store, and eat all from the same container with zero extra dishes.