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Protein Overnight Oats (3 Flavors)

Protein overnight oats prepared with simple ingredients in just 5 minutes without cooking. It comes in 3 different flavors for you to make ahead, making a healthy wholesome breakfast on the go. It is also gluten-free and comes packed with 20 grams of protein per serving.

Prep Time
5 mins
Additional Time
8 hrs
Total Time
8 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 238 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup old-fashioned oats Also known as rolled oats. We used gluten-free oats!
  • 2 tablespoon protein powder Use one that you enjoy. If you prefer, skip it and use nut butter instead
  • 1 tablespoon flax seeds To make the oats thicker and creamier, use either half amount of chia seeds or ground flax meal
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk I used unsweetened soy milk but you can use any of your choice (even regular milk – whole, reduced-fat, or fat-free)
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt I used plain and reduced-fat
  • 2 tablespoon honey Or maple syrup or another sweetener of your choice

Instructions

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  1. Add all the dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl, including rolled oats, protein powder, and flax seeds, Stir well to distribute ingredients evenly. Then, stir in the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, and honey.
  2. You may skip the sweetener if you prefer. If making in mason jars, close the lid well and give it a good shake to mix all the ingredients well.
  3. Seal the mixing bowl well with a silicone lid or use plastic wrap and top with a plate, and place it in the fridge overnight.  Give a quick stir at least once during the soaking process.
  4. The next day, serve the protein overnight oats with one of our 3 suggested flavors or come up with one on your own (SEE NOTES).

Notes

  • FLAVORS TO TRY:
  • Storage
  • Store protein overnight oats for up to 3-5 days in the fridge in a plastic airtight container or mason jar. If you add fresh fruit, make sure to eat your oats up to one day later or reserve the fruits to add right before eating. 
  • You can also freeze them in a small airtight plastic container and thaw them in the fridge the day before eating... but make sure to stir them very well.
  • Strawberries and Cream- Dice up about 6-8 large strawberries. Use half to blend with 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt and mix the mixture into the protein overnight oats. Then add some of the remaining chopped strawberries to the mixture and use the rest as a topping. 
  • Nutella- Just mix in ½-1 tablespoon of Nutella with the protein overnight oats right before eating. If you’d lik, top with mini bittersweet chocolate chips or hazelnuts.
  • Banana Bread- After making and soaking our protein overnight oats, mix in and then top it with a small sliced banana cooked for 30 seconds in the microwave, along with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup, and a dash of ground cinnamon. Oh-- don’t forget to add 1 tablespoon of crushed toasted walnuts.

Nutrition Information

Calories 238kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 82mg (3%) Potassium 274mg (8%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 164IU (3%) Calcium 174mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 238

% Daily Value*

Calories 238kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 82mg 3%
Potassium 274mg 6%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 164IU 3%
Calcium 174mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.