Name: Creamy Protein Overnight Oats
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt; ¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of choice; 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder (1/2 scoop) (I used whey protein—you can also substitute an additional 1/4 cup rolled oats); ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats gluten free if needed; 2 teaspoons coconut sugar or substitute turbinado sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, or other sweetener of choice; ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ⅛ teaspoon pure almond extract optional; Small pinch kosher salt; Sliced and toasted almonds or other nuts; Peanut butter or nut butter of choice; Fresh fruit blueberries, strawberries, and bananas are all delicious; Orange zest or lemon zest; Drizzle of dark chocolate

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A little note from the kitchen.

These Protein Overnight Oats have a gently sweet vanilla flavor with a subtle hint of almond. Each spoonful makes a simple breakfast feel comforting and satisfying.

Greek yogurt and rolled oats create a thick, creamy texture, while vanilla protein powder blends smoothly into the mixture. Coconut sugar adds sweetness, and the optional toppings bring extra color, flavor, or crunch.

Prepare a jar ahead of time for busy mornings when sitting down to make breakfast is difficult. It is also a practical choice for weekly meal preparation because the oats can remain refrigerated for several days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 serving

Calories: 1560kcal

Protein: 52g

Carbs: 195g

Fat: 65g

Sugar: 26g

Fiber: 13g

Sodium: 1300mg

Cholesterol: 130mg

Potassium: 650mg

Vitamin A: 65%

Vitamin C: 26%

Calcium: 52%

Iron: 39%

Creamy Protein Overnight Oats

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