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High-Protein Overnight Oats


  • Author: clarawhitmore
  • Total Time: 5 minutes (hands-on)
  • Yield: serves 2

Description

Fuel your mornings with these creamy, satisfying high-protein overnight oats. With over 40g of protein per serving, this upgraded double batch is perfect for meal prep, post-workout recovery, or busy days. We’re keeping the base simple and doubling the options—plus adding some flavor-packed twists like espresso, cocoa, and crushed nuts for added texture.


Ingredients

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Base Recipe (Double Batch)

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla)

½ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)

2 scoops vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 tsp vanilla extract

Flavor Variations (Choose One Per Jar)

1. Banana Bread Espresso

1 ripe banana, mashed

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp instant espresso powder

Optional: walnuts & banana slices for topping

2. Pumpkin Mocha Spice

½ cup pumpkin puree

1 tbsp cocoa powder

12 tbsp maple syrup or honey

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

3. Apple Crisp Protein Oats

½ apple, diced small

12 tbsp maple syrup

1 tsp cinnamon

Optional: chopped pecans for crunch

4. PB & Cocoa Jelly

2 tbsp peanut butter

½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped

1 tbsp cocoa powder

Optional: add 1 tbsp almond milk if too thick

5. Coconut Peach Dream

½ ripe peach, diced

2 tbsp shredded coconut

1 tsp cinnamon

Optional: chopped cashews or almonds


Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together all base ingredients until smooth.

Divide into two jars or containers.

Stir in your flavor mix-ins of choice per jar.

Seal and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).

Stir and top with extras before serving cold or warmed.

  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Category: breakfast

Nutrition

  • Calories: 410
  • Carbohydrates: 22–28g (varies by flavor)
  • Protein: 40–45g