These delicious overnight oats with protein powder are so easy to make and contain around 30 grams of protein per serve! Make ahead the day before for a healthy breakfast for those busy mornings. These protein oats are a great option to meal prep on the weekend and top with your favourite toppings before eating.
Overnight oatmeal is officially my new favourite breakfast for the summer months' warmer mornings. If you love them to then be sure to check out my chocolate peanut butter overnight oats, overnight oats without milk, chocolate chip overnight oats or my strawberry overnight oats with coconut milk. Using whole food ingredients like chia seeds, almond milk and fresh berries, these flavour filled oats will have you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
I've probably already sung the praises of this high protein breakfast already but read on if you need more convincing:
- high protein overnight oats are the perfect make ahead breakfast.
- easily increase your protein intake by using your favorite type of protein powder.
- make the night before for an easy breakfast the next morning.
- make this recipe vegan and dairy free by using a vegan / plant-based protein powder & non-dairy milk.
- made with minimal added sugar (naturally sweetened with maple syrup).
Ingredients Notes & Substitutions
This oatmeal recipe uses simple ingredients that are easy to source. Here are the ingredients that you will need plus some possible swaps for when you don't have all of the ingredients on hand (or your want to create different flavors depending on your taste preferences).
Base recipe:
- protein powder - I have used a vegan protein powder (brown rice sprouted protein) but you could use whey protein powder or a flavoured protein powder such as a plant-based vanilla protein powder). *see protein powder tips for more information on best protein powders to use.
- rolled oats - also known as old-fashioned oats. You could use quick oats or instant oats. I recommend against using steel cut oats. I use certified non-contaminated/wheat-free oats - in America they are known as gluten free oats.
- almond milk - use any other dairy or non-dairy type of milk (eg. oat milk, soy milk etc).
Great additions:
- vanilla extract - this is optional but adds great flavour!
- pure maple syrup - if using an already sweetened protein powder then you might like to leave out the maple syrup.
- coconut yoghurt - you can also use Greek yoghurt or any other type of yoghurt that you prefer.
- chia seeds - you could also use flax seeds, both add additional healthy fats, like omega 3 fatty acids which promote healthy skin, digestive health, brain health and more!
See the recipe card for ingredient quantities and nutrition facts.
Toppings
- fresh fruit and/or berries such as fresh strawberries
- yoghurt of choice
Optional Extras
- cocoa powder - make a chocolate flavoured overnight oats by adding a few teaspoons of cocoa powder.
- coconut flakes
- chocolate chips
- almond butter or seed butter
Protein Powder Notes & Tips
Here are my top tips for getting the best results when using protein powder in overnight oats.
- Whichever protein powder you choose to use will alter the overall flavour of the overnight oats - you need to like the taste and texture of the protein powder that you are using. This might take a little bit of experimenting to find your favourite one!
- This recipe calls for a natural, non-flavoured protein powder as I have added vanilla extract and maple syrup to the recipe. However, if you are using a flavoured and/or sweetened protein powder then you may wish to leave these ingredients out otherwise it could be too sweet.
Whey Protein Powder
- whey protein powder is the most neutral flavoured protein powder.
- it creates a more liquid-y overnight oats, not thick and creamy, therefore I recommend reducing the amount of milk content from ½ cup to ⅓ cup when using whey protein powder.
- whey protein powder is not dairy free or vegan.
Sprouted Brown Rice Powder & Rice Protein Powder
- rice based protein powders create a more thicker overnight oats, however they can have a slightly gritty texture. If you find this is the case then you might like to try making the overnight oats with half the amount of protein powder.
- rice protein powders are dairy free and vegan.
Pea Protein Powder
- Pea protein powder works as an excellent thickener and makes a more creamy overnight oats.
- the flavour can be a little overpowering so you might like to add some cinnamon powder or cocoa powder to camouflage it.
- pea protein is dairy free and vegan.
How to Make Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
Making this healthy overnight oats recipe is so easy! Here's how:
Add the dry ingredients. Add the protein powder, rolled oats and chia seeds to a glass jar (like a mason jar), tumbler or mixing bowl. Stir until well combined and all protein powder has been mixed thoroughly in with the liquid.
Add wet ingredients. Top with milk, yoghurt vanilla extract and maple syrup and stir to combine.
*I prefer to add yoghurt to the mixture before soaking as well as topping with extra yoghurt the next day. This creates a thicker and creamier overnight oats.
Set. Cover with aluminium foil, compostable plastic wrap or a beeswax wrap or place the lid onto the jar firmly. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 3-4 hours.
Serve your overnight oats the next day topped with your favourite toppings and additions.
Storage
Store protein powder overnight oats, covered, in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Meal Prep Tips
- Triple this recipe to create three ready-to-go protein-packed breakfast's.
- I wouldn't recommend making anymore then three at a time as when protein powder is mixed with liquid, it's shelf life is reduced and can go rancid quite quickly.
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📖 Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Glass jar or glass tumbler or airtight container
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Dessert spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder of choice
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- ½ cup almond milk or other milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup optional
- 3 tablespoons natural coconut yoghurt or yoghurt of choice
To serve
- fresh fruit or berries
- natural yoghurt
Instructions
- Add the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds to a glass jar, glass or airtight container and stir to combine.½ cup rolled oats, 1 scoop protein powder, 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- Top with milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup and yoghurt and stir until well combined.½ cup almond milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 3 tablespoons natural coconut yoghurt
- Place lid on jar and firmly fix the lid on. Place overnight oats into the fridge and leave overnight or for at least 4 hours or until set to your liking.
- Serve topped with your choice of toppings.fresh fruit or berries, natural yoghurt
Notes
Optional Extras
Get creative with your overnight oats by adding in some extras. Try these:- dried fruit like sultanas, raisins or cranberries
- protein powder
- cocoa powder
Toppings
Create delicious overnight oats by adding your choice of toppings.- fresh fruit like berries, bananas or blueberries.
- extra nuts and seeds
- yoghurt of choice
- cacao nibs
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