Protein Overnight Oats

My protein overnight oats need just 4 ingredients to make and are perfectly thick and creamy. Over 45 grams of protein per serving. Watch how I make this in my kitchen in the video below!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 5

Total Time 6

Servings serving

Calories 288kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup protein powder
1/2 tablespoon chia seeds
3/4 cup milk

Instructions

Add the oats, protein powder, and chia seeds to a shallow container or cereal bowl. Add the milk and give it a mix.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
When ready to enjoy, give it a mix and add more milk if needed. Add your toppings and enjoy immediately.

Video

Notes

TO STORE: Prep your oats in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week. Just be sure to give the oats a good mix, as it will continue to thicken.

TO FREEZE: Place the overnight oats in shallow containers and store them in the freezer for up to two months.

More ways to add protein

Cow's milk. Use non-fat or skim milk as the mixer and pack in at least 10 grams of protein.
Cottage cheese. A protein-packed powerhouse, a half cup of non-fat cottage cheese packs in 15 grams of protein.
Greek yogurt. Non-fat and unsweetened Greek yogurt yields around 18 grams of protein per cup. Like cottage cheese, add some liquid or granulated sweetener to compensate for the tartness.
Nut or seed butter. Peanut butter, almond butter, and even tahini are all fantastic ways to add 7-8 grams of protein per two tablespoon serving. They also add healthy fats which will keep you fuller for longer.
Unsalted nuts or seeds. Like nut or seed butter, whole nuts and seeds provide similar amounts of protein per serve.

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