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High Protein Overnight Oats

A quick and filling breakfast made with rolled oats, Greek yogurt, and protein powder, perfect for meal prep and on-the-go mornings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • ½ cup rolled oats (old-fashioned) Avoid steel-cut oats unless pre-cooked.
  • ½ cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based) Almond, oat, or cow’s milk all work.
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt Use dairy-free yogurt for vegan option.
  • 1 scoop protein powder (about ¼ cup) Whey, casein, or plant-based; adjust flavor accordingly.
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds Helps thicken and add fiber.
  • 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances flavor.
Flavor Add-Ins (Choose One)
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter powder For Chocolate Peanut Butter flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder For Chocolate Peanut Butter flavor.
  • ¼ cup chopped strawberries For Strawberry Cheesecake flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cheesecake-flavored protein powder For Strawberry Cheesecake flavor.
  • ¼ cup blueberries For Blueberry Muffin flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon For Blueberry Muffin flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon oat flour For Blueberry Muffin flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Measure dry ingredients into a jar to prevent clumping.
  2. Add yogurt, milk, and sweetener, then shake or stir until smooth.
  3. Fold in any fresh fruit that can get mushy.
  4. Chill for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
Serving
  1. In the morning, stir once and add toppings such as graham cracker crumbs or nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For thicker oats, reduce milk by 1–2 tablespoons or add more chia. Sweetener swaps include agave or a sugar-free syrup.

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