High-Protein Overnight Oats (No Protein Powder)

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours or overnight


Ingredients

Base Mix:

  • Rolled oats: 2 cups (180g)
  • Plain Greek yogurt: 2 cups (500g)
  • Milk (dairy or unsweetened soy): 2 cups (480ml)
  • Chia seeds: ¼ cup (40g)
  • Nut/seed butter: ¼ cup + 2 tbsp (90g; e.g., peanut, almond, or sunflower butter)
  • Pure maple syrup or honey: 4 tsp (20ml; optional)

Toppings (add per bowl when serving):

  • Fresh fruit: 1 cup berries, banana, or apple
  • Nuts/seeds: ½ cup chopped almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds
  • Hemp hearts: ¼ cup (30g; optional)
  • Extra Greek yogurt: ½ cup (120g; optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine Base Ingredients:
    In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, chia seeds, nut butter, and maple syrup (if using) until smooth. Stir in rolled oats until fully coated.
  2. Divide and Chill:
    Pour equal portions into 4 airtight containers or jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  3. Serve:
    Stir oats to loosen texture. Add a splash of milk if too thick. Top each serving with fresh fruit, nuts/seeds, hemp hearts, or extra yogurt.

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