Quick & Creamy High Protein Overnight Oats
A creamy, protein-packed breakfast that can be made in minutes and enjoyed chilled or warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 1 large serving (or 2 small) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (about 45 g)
- 3/4 cup milk of choice (about 180 ml)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (about 120 g)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (25–30 g)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (or 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed)
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine salt
- Optional mix-ins: 1 tablespoon nut or seed butter, fresh berries, sliced banana, cinnamon, cacao nibs, chopped nuts, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Grab a 12–16 oz jar or lidded container. Measure all ingredients.
- Add oats, chia seeds, protein powder, and a pinch of salt to the container. Stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla, and sweetener until smooth.
- Pour the wet mix over the dry mix. Stir well until no dry pockets remain.
- Check thickness. Add 1–3 tablespoons more milk if needed. Fold in fruit if desired.
- Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
- In the morning, stir, adjust with milk if needed, add toppings, and enjoy cold or warm.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use plant-based yogurt and milk. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 10mg