Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours (chilling overnight)
Servings: 2
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
- 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or high-protein milk like Fairlife or soy)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for fiber and thickness)
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Optional Toppings (Add Before Serving)
- Sliced banana or berries
- Crushed nuts or seeds
- Cocoa nibs or mini chocolate chips
- Extra nut butter drizzle
👩🍳 Directions
- Combine ingredients:
In a large jar or airtight container, add oats, milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, nut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. - Mix thoroughly:
Stir well (or shake the jar with the lid on) until everything is evenly combined. Make sure there are no clumps of protein powder. - Chill overnight:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6–8 hours (overnight is best). The oats and chia seeds will absorb the liquid, creating a thick, creamy texture. - Serve:
In the morning, stir again. Add a splash of milk if it’s too thick. - Top and enjoy:
Add your favorite toppings like sliced fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of nut butter for an extra protein and flavor boost.
💡 Flavor Boost Variations
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Power: Use chocolate protein powder, add 1 tsp cocoa powder, and top with peanut butter and banana.
- Berry Protein Bliss: Use vanilla protein powder, add mixed berries before refrigerating, and top with granola.
- Cinnamon Roll Oats: Mix in ½ tsp cinnamon and a spoon of vanilla yogurt on top before serving.
