This is the best overnight oats with protein powder recipe. These protein oats are so easy to make and are perfect for meal prep. They taste amazing and are high in protein with 34 grams of protein per serving!
Oat based recipes like the best granola butter and snickers cheesecake overnight oats are some of my favourite which is why I am so excited for you to try today's recipe!
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Why you will love this recipe:
- These overnight protein oats are so delicious! They are rich, creamy, slightly sweet, and so filling.
- They are quick and easy to make and only take a few minutes to prepare.
- This is a healthy breakfast that is high in protein, with 34 grams of protein per serving! These oats can easily be made gluten free, dairy free or vegan too.
- These make ahead oats store really well so are perfect for meal prep.
- These healthy overnight oats also make a great after workout snack and are great for muscle building!
If you love overnight oats you will also love apple pie overnight oats, berry cheesecake overnight oats and orange chocolate overnight oats.
Ingredients and substitutions:
- Rolled oats: rolled oats absorb more liquid than other oats, while still holding their shape nicely so they are the best oats for overnight oats. I use sprouted rolled oats which are certified glyphosate free and gluten-free. Be sure to use rolled oats and not quick oats or steel cut oats for this recipe.
- Milk: use any milk that you like. I like to use coconut milk because it has a perfectly creamy, rich texture but you can use other milks such as almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or soy milk.
- Nut butter: I prefer to use peanut butter, almond butter or cashew butter for this overnight oats recipe but you can use any nut butter or seed butter that you like. Be sure to use unsweetened nut or seed butter for these oats. I also prefer to use a smooth nut butter, but if you like a chunky texture then you could use a chunky nut butter instead.
- Protein powder: This is what makes these oats high in protein. I would recommend using vanilla protein powder for the best taste. You can use any type or brand of protein powder that you prefer.
- Ground flax seeds: flax seeds are a nice addition to these overnight oats because they're filled with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. They also add a nice texture to this recipe. Instead of flax seeds you could use chia seeds instead.
- Sweetener: honey or maple syrup are great options to naturally sweeten this oatmeal and keep it refined sugar free. If you're following a vegan diet, use maple syrup.
- Additional toppings: I recommend bananas, berries or chocolate chips, whichever you prefer!
How to make (step-by-step):
Step one:
First, add all of the ingredients to a bowl or mason jar and stir well to combine.
Step two:
Next, cover the oats and refrigerate them for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step three:
Now add any additional toppings that you wish before serving. Then enjoy!
Top tips:
- The longer you let these oats set in the fridge, the more liquid they will absorb. Depending on how long you refrigerate them you may need to add a bit more milk before serving to give them the consistency you like.
- You can eat these overnight oats cold or heat them before serving.
- Use rolled oats rather than instant oats for this recipe.
Variations and add ins:
- To make these into vegan overnight protein oats: use a dairy-free milk such as coconut milk or almond milk, vegan protein powder, and maple syrup.
- To make these overnight oats gluten-free: be sure to use certified gluten-free oats and gluten-free protein powder.
- Dairy free variation: use a dairy-free milk and a dairy-free protein powder.
- To make these oats a little sweeter, add an extra tablespoon of honey or maple syrup or some jam such as my blueberry chia jam recipe or plum chia jam.
- Feel free to double or triple this recipe if you are meal prepping or serving more than one person.
How to store:
Store these oats for up to a week in the fridge in a sealed jar or airtight container.
You can freeze overnights oats in a small container and thaw them in the fridge the day before eating.
Frequently asked questions:
Here are a few ways to increase the protein content of oatmeal and overnight oats without using protein powder:
Top oatmeal with hemp hearts.
Add your favorite nut butter such as peanut butter, cashew butter or almond butter before serving.
Top it with some yogurt or greek yogurt.
Top it with cottage cheese.
These are the best protein powders for making protein oats:
Nuzest protein powder – this is both vegan and gluten free
Natural Force Organic Grass Fed Vanilla Whey Protein
Raw Grass-fed Whey Protein
Better Nutrition Grass Fed Whey Protein
Organika Collagen Peptides
Ancient Nutrition Keto Collagen Vanilla Flavour
Other recipes you will love:
- Apple pie overnight oats
- Protein baked oats
- Baked oats for one
- Oat milk pancakes
- Peanut butter oatmeal balls
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Recipe
Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoon nut butter
- 1/2 scoop protein powder
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- pinch sea salt
Optional Topping Ideas
- banana, sliced
- berries
- chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl or mason jar and stir well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours. Add any optional toppings before serving.
Notes
- Note that nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the specific ingredients you use.
- Top this oatmeal with whatever you like. Some of my favourites include: fresh berries, chopped banana, ground cinnamon or chocolate chips.
- Store this oatmeal in the fridge in an air tight container for up to a week.
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