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Published: Jul 27, 2021 · by Laurel Perry · About 4 minutes to read this article. · This post may contain affiliate links

Protein Overnight Oats

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Protein overnight oats are an easy healthy breakfast recipe with 5 flavorful variations and 20 grams of protein per serving!

Banana bread protein overnight oats with sliced banana, peanut butter, and granola.

These protein overnight oats are the easiest way to enjoy a delicious easy breakfast all week long! They are rich, creamy, and make you feel like you're eating dessert for breakfast, but with major health benefits!

With the addition of protein, these oats will keep you full for hours. You'll be sailing into lunch without a crash.

Reasons to love this recipe!

  • These oats are super customizable!
  • It takes minutes to prep and you'll enjoy quick easy breakfasts all week long.
  • They are gluten free, vegan, and pack a punch of satiating protein!
  • Mix the oats right in the jar for easy cleanup!
Chocolate overnight oats with chocolate chips.

Ingredients and Substitutions:

There is a base recipe for protein overnight oats, and then lots of flavor variations! Here are the ingredients for the base recipe:

  • Soy milk - or another dairy free milk. Soy milk has the most protein and an extra creamy texture making it my choice here!
  • Rolled oats - make sure they are certified gluten free if needed.
  • Chia seeds - add more protein and improve the texture.
  • Protein powder - use your favorite brand. If it's unsweetened or lightly sweetened you may need to add a splash of maple syrup. I like Orgain brand which makes the recipe perfectly sweet without added sweeteners.
  • Vanilla extract - optional, but it adds great flavor!

How to make protein overnight oats:

Mix the base: In a large jar, stir or shake the ingredients together until even. Stir in any mix-ins (more on that below!).

Chill overnight: Screw on the lid and place in the fridge overnight or at least 3 hours.

Top and serve: Give the oats another stir and pile on any toppings!

  • Ingredients in a glass jar.
  • Mixed protein overnight oats ready for the fridge.

Flavor variations:

When it comes to overnight oats, I LOVE mixing up the flavors to keep breakfast interesting. Since we use one main "base recipe" you can easily make as many flavor variations as there are days of the week!

To make any of the below flavor variations, simply stir together the base recipe in your jars, add the following ingredients and mix again before chilling. Easy peasy.

Dark Chocolate

This flavor is rich and bold! Mix in 1 tablespoon cacao or cocoa powder to the base recipe.

Strawberry Shortcake

This variation is sweet and creamy with lots of fresh berries - just like real strawberry shortcake! Mix in ½ cup chopped strawberries and ⅛th teaspoon almond extract.

Banana Bread

A breakfast classic in oatmeal form! Mix in half of a banana thats been mashed and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon.

Blueberry Muffin

A fun fruity flavor with extra sweetness from the berries! Mix in ½ cup blueberries and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie

As decadent as eating a cookie for breakfast - but healthy! Mix in 1 tablespoon peanut butter and 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips.

All the flavors of protein overnight oats in glass jars.

Storage

Store protein overnight oats in the fridge for 5-7 days. Enjoy cold straight out of the fridge.

Protein powder 101

When it comes to protein overnight oats, the protein comes from a few main sources: protein powder, oats, and optional nut butter. If you're using soy milk, it also lends a good amount of protein.

In addition to being one of our main sources of protein, protein powder also imparts sweetness and flavor to the oats. Depending on the protein powder you use, you may need to adjust the sweetness by adding a bit of maple syrup or honey.

I use Orgain brand protein powder and it has the perfect level of sweetness. No extra sweeter required.

If you'd like a protein powder-free option but still want have extra protein in your overnight oats, try adding hemp seeds, nut butter, and a touch of maple.

A spoon full of peanut butter protein overnight oats.

More healthy breakfast recipes!

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Banana bread protein overnight oats with sliced banana, peanut butter, and granola.

Protein Overnight Oats

  • Author: Laurel Perry
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Fridge Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

Protein overnight oats are an easy healthy breakfast recipe with 5 flavorful variations and 20 grams of protein per serving!


Ingredients

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  • ⅔ cup unsweetened soy milk
  • ½ cup rolled oats, certified gluten free if needed
  • ½ teaspoon chia seeds
  • 1-2 tablespoons protein powder
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

Dark chocolate:

  • 1 tablespoon cacao or cocoa powder

Strawberry Shortcake:

  • ½ cup chopped strawberries
  • ⅛ teaspoon almond extract

Banana Bread:

  • ½ banana, mashed
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Blueberry Muffin:

  • ½ cup fresh blueberries
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough:

  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter
  • 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips

Instructions

In a large jar, stir or shake all the base ingredients together until evenly mixed.

If making a flavor variation, stir in any mix-ins. Screw on the lid and place in the fridge overnight or at least 3 hours.

Before serving, give the oats another stir and add on any toppings!


Notes

Soy Milk: or another dairy free milk. Soy milk has the most protein and an extra creamy texture making it my choice here!

Protein Powder: If using an unsweetened protein powder, you'll likely want to add a splash of maple syrup or other sweetener.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Entire recipe
  • Calories: 319
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 128mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 45mg
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: oatmeal, chia seeds, protein powder, vanilla extract, soy milk, no cook, easy, breakfast, Summer, Spring,

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