Let’s make the best protein overnight oats recipe! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, each make ahead breakfast gives you a whopping 30 grams of protein per serving! You’ll find not just one, but 8 different delicious flavors of creamy overnight oats to try! Simplify your busy mornings with this kid-friendly, simple recipe.
Protein overnight oats recipe
I am always SO thankful when I take the few minutes of prep time the night before to make healthy protein overnight oats. Especially in the summer months when I crave cooler foods like this and smoothies.
The added protein helps me to feel fuller longer. If you’ve been trying to increase your protein intake in the mornings, this is a great option!
What type of protein powder to use
In the video below I am using a vanilla whey protein powder, which blends really well into it.
I’ve found the best results texture-wise from whey protein powder. I like this brand and this brand too.
Beef isolate protein powder will work as well, however, it will need extra mixing as it doesn’t dissolve as well as whey. It’s a great will amino acid profile protein powder.
A vegan protein powder, like this brown rice blend, is a great plant-based choice.
Lastly, an egg white protein powder will give this recipe a good protein boost as well.
What you need for the base recipe
- old-fashioned oats
- vanilla protein powder
- chia seeds
- non-dairy milk
The base recipe makes delicious vanilla-flavored overnight oatmeal.
Want more flavor combos?
Scroll down for the chocolate banana, raspberry lemon, PB & J, peaches and cream, blueberry almond butter, chocolate peanut butter, pumpkin pie, and banana bread granola protein overnight oats recipes.
I’d love to know which flavor combo is your favorite!
How to make this protein overnight oats recipe
Scroll down to view the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions.
- In a glass jar or small bowl, add the oats, protein powder, and chia seed. Mix together the dry ingredients, then stir in the milk and stir until fully combined. You can seal with a lid and shake to combine.
- Place in the fridge overnight and enjoy this breakfast recipe the next day. At a minimum, let the oats soak and thicken for at least 3 hours.
Watch me make this healthy breakfast
The full how-to video can be watched below or on my YouTube channel!
8 different flavors for this overnight oat recipe
Chocolate Banana Protein Overnight Oats
To make the chocolate banana flavor use a chocolate protein powder in place of the vanilla protein powder in the base recipe. If you don’t have chocolate protein powder, simply add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder with the oats. Take ½ banana and add slices into the overnight oats mixture.
In the morning, top with extra banana slices and chocolate chips.
Peaches and Cream Protein Overnight Oats
To make the peaches and cream flavor make the base recipe as is, but stir in 1 peach that’s been diced into small pieces. Layer the overnight oats mixture along with ¼ cup of vanilla greek yogurt in your mason jar.
In the morning, top with fresh peaches and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Raspberry Lemon Protein Overnight Oats
To make the raspberry lemon flavor make the base recipe as is, but add the zest of 1 small lemon into the overnight oats mixture. Stir in ½ cup of fresh raspberries.
In the morning, top with extra fresh raspberries.
Blueberry Almond Butter Protein Overnight Oats
To make the blueberry almond butter flavor make the base recipe as is, but stir in 1 tablespoon of almond butter. Stir in ½ cup of fresh blueberries.
In the morning, top with extra fresh blueberries and a drizzle of almond butter.
PB & J Protein Protein Overnight Oats
To make the PB & J flavor make the base recipe as is, but stir in 1 tablespoon of natural peanut butter. Layer the overnight oats mixture along with 2 tablespoons of jam in your mason jar.
In the morning, top with a drizzle of peanut butter and fresh strawberries.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats
To make the chocolate peanut butter flavor use a chocolate protein powder in place of the vanilla protein powder in the base recipe. If you don’t have chocolate protein powder, simply add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder with the oats. Stir in 1 tablespoon of natural peanut butter.
In the morning, top with a drizzle of peanut butter and cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips.
Pumpkin Pie Protein Overnight Oats
To make the pumpkin pie flavor make the base recipe as is, but stir in ½ cup of pumpkin puree along with 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice.
In the morning, top with pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries.
Banana Bread Protein Overnight Oats
To make the banana bread granola flavor make the base recipe as is, but mash ½ banana and mix it into the overnight oat mixture. Also, stir in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
In the morning, top with 2 tablespoons of your favorite granola and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
These are just 8 flavors to try, but the options are endless! I’d love to hear about which flavor you try first, or what you create yourself!
Best storage containers
You can store protein oats in basically any storage container that you have on hand. I prefer to use glass storage containers.
I will either make a large quadrupled batch to feed my family, and then use a pyrex storage container, or I’ll make individual servings and store it in a mason jar overnight.
Mason jars are great if you need to meal prep this and take it on the go.
Substitutions
Below you’ll find a list of substitutions that will work well in this high-protein overnight oats recipe.
If you try something different out, please leave a comment below letting us all know how it turned out!
Old-fashioned oats – Rolled oats, quick oats, and instant oats will all work here! I’ve also made this recipe with a combo of rolled oats and oat flour, which makes them even more thick and creamy. Steel-cut oats are not recommended for overnight oats.
Chia seed – Chia seed helps the overnight oats to thicken since they absorb a large amount of liquid. An alternative to chia seeds would be ground flaxseed. However, if you choose that option you will need to reduce the amount of milk added to the recipe by ½-3/4 of the amount.
Protein powder – For a non-protein powder option, try plain greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese. Since greek yogurt and cottage cheese will not add any sweetness like the protein powder would, you may want to add a little brown sugar or pure maple syrup.
Non-dairy milk – Any type of milk from almond milk, to oat milk, hemp milk, dairy milk, or coconut milk will work here.
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Protein Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tbsp chia seed
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
Instructions
- In a glass jar or small bowl, add the oats, protein powder, and chia seed. Mix together the dry ingredients, then stir in the milk and stir until fully combined. You can seal with a lid and shake to combine.
- Place in the fridge overnight and enjoy this breakfast recipe the next day. At a minimum, let the oats soak and thicken for at least 3 hours.
Nutrition
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XO
Heather
