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Overnight Oats with Protein Powder

February 4, 2022 Leave a Comment

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This is the best overnight oats with protein powder recipe. These protein overnight oats are easy to make and perfect for meal prep. Not only do they taste amazing, but they are high in protein with 34 grams of protein per serving! Made with rolled oats, milk, peanut butter, flaxseeds, protein powder, and maple syrup, they’re a simple, healthy breakfast or snack. 

A jar of overnight oatmeal topped with berries

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE:

  • These overnight protein oats are so delicious! They are rich, creamy and so filling. 
  • These high protein oats are a great breakfast or snack. 
  • All you need are a few staple ingredients: rolled oats, milk, nut butter, protein powder, flax seeds, honey, and any toppings you love.
  • These oats are perfect for your weekly meal prep. They come together quickly and easily and stay good in the fridge for up to a week. 
  • These healthy overnight oats make a great after workout snack and are great for body building and muscle building!
  • This is a healthy breakfast that is high in protein, with 34 grams of protein per serving! They can easily be made gluten free, dairy free or vegan too. 
  • Putting protein powder in overnight oats is a great way to add both flavour and protein to oatmeal or porridge. 

KEY INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS:

  • Rolled oats: rolled oats absorb more liquid than other oats, while still holding their shape nicely. I use these sprouted rolled oats which are easier to digest, and are certified glyphosate free and gluten free. Be sure to use rolled oats and not quick oats or steel cut oats for this overnight oats 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 protein overnight oats recipe but you can use any nut butter or seed butter that you like. 
  • Protein powder: you can never go wrong with a protein packed breakfast. The added protein powder makes these oats extra healthy and filling and turns oatmeal into high protein overnight oats. I would recommend using vanilla or plain protein powder but you can use whatever flavour you like including whey protein powder or vegan protein powder!
  • Ground flax seeds: flax seeds are a nice addition to these overnight oats because they’re filled with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, which helps to improve digestive health. They also add a nice texture to this overnight oatmeal recipe. 
  • Sweetener: honey and maple syrup are great options for this recipe. If you’re following a vegan diet, use maple syrup. 
  • Additional toppings: I recommend bananas, berries or chocolate chips!

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE:

Step 1: 

First, add all of the ingredients to a bowl or mason jar and stir well to combine.

Step 2: 

Next, cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.

Step 3: 

Then add any additional toppings that you wish before serving. Then enjoy!

A jar of overnight oats with protein powder topped with blueberries and raspberries

CHEF’S TIPS:

  • The longer you leave these overnight oats 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. 
  • Feel free to double or triple this recipe if you are meal prepping or serving more than one person. 
  • I recommend using a plain, vanilla or chocolate flavoured protein powder depending on the flavour you like. 
  • Use rolled oats rather than instant oats for this recipe. 
  • You can freeze overnights oats in a small container and thaw them in the fridge the day before eating.

VARIATIONS AND ADD INS:

  • To make vegan overnight protein oats: use a dairy free milk such as coconut milk or almond milk, vegan protein powder, and maple syrup. 
  • Gluten free variation: 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. 
  • When you serve these healthy overnight oats feel free to add your own toppings such as yogurt, berries or even chocolate chips. 

How to store: 

Store this recipe for up to a week in the fridge in a sealed jar or container.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How can I increase the protein content of overnight oats even more?

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. 

What kind of protein powder is best for protein oats?

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

Can you put protein powder in oats?

Yes! Putting protein powder in overnight oats or oatmeal is a great way to add extra protein to oatmeal as well as give it a different flavour. You can use any flavour of protein powder that you like including chocolate to make chocolate protein overnight oats. 

Is this protein overnight oats recipe low calorie?

This overnight oats recipe has 660 calories per serving including 34 grams of protein, making it a healthy, complete meal. 

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  • Baked Oats For One
  • Banana Protein Muffins
  • Oat Flour Pancakes
  • Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
  • Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

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Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
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Overnight Oats with Protein Powder

Overnight Oats with Protein Powder are such an easy healthy breakfast that are packed with flavour and high in protein. Perfect for those busy mornings or even for a snack.

Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword healthy meal prep, healthy overnight oatmeal, vegan overnight oats
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 660 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp nut butter
  • 1/2 scoop protein powder
  • 1 tbsp ground flax seeds
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • pinch sea salt

Optional Topping Ideas

  • banana, sliced
  • berries
  • chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a bowl or mason jar and stir well to combine.

  2. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours. Add any optional toppings before serving.

Recipe Notes

  1. Note that nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the specific ingredients you use. 
  2. Top this oatmeal with whatever you like. Some of my favourites include: fresh berries, chopped banana, ground cinnamon or chocolate chips.
  3. Store this oatmeal in the fridge in an air tight container for up to a week. 
Nutrition Facts
Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
Amount Per Serving
Calories 660 Calories from Fat 288
% Daily Value*
Fat 32g49%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
Cholesterol 49mg16%
Sodium 135mg6%
Potassium 821mg23%
Carbohydrates 66g22%
Fiber 9g38%
Sugar 33g37%
Protein 34g68%
Vitamin A 436IU9%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 476mg48%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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