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Three jars of high-protein overnight oats with protein powder on a marble countertop
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High Protein Overnight Oats with Protein Powder (20+ Grams Protein!)

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2
Welcome to your new breakfast game-changer: protein-packed overnight oats, with over 20 grams of protein per serving! Perfect for anyone looking to balance a healthy diet with a busy lifestyle, this recipe not only tastes delicious but also packs a nutritional punch that’ll keep you fueled until lunch. Whether you're aiming for muscle gain, weight loss, or simply a healthier, more convenient breakfast option, this overnight oats with protein powder recipe is your solution.
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Ingredients

For the base:

  • 1 cup rolled/old-fashioned oats, gluten-free if necessary
  • 1 cup unsweetened nondairy or reduced-fat dairy milk
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder, whey, plant-based, or collagen
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Toppings/mix-ins: fresh fruit, cinnamon, additional nut butter, and/or nuts/ seeds, or see flavor options below:

For Strawberry Banana (use vanilla protein powder):

  • 1 ripe banana, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberries, diced
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter

For Wild Blueberry Muffin (use vanilla protein powder):

  • 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

For Chunky Monkey (use chocolate protein powder):

  • 1 ripe banana, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, optional

Instructions
 

  • Place all of the base ingredients in a large bowl and mix. Fold in or top with the remaining ingredients for your flavor choice.
  • Divide among two, 12- to 16-ounce mason jars or other airtight containers. Seal with a lid and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to eat, remove from the fridge and stir. If the consistency isn’t creamy enough, add a splash of milk and stir again. Overnight oats are meant to be eaten cold, but you can also enjoy them warm by heating in 30-second increments in the microwave on high until warmed to your liking.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 5 days.
Course: Breakfast
Author: Charlotte
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