Protein Overnight Oats with Whey

Name: Protein Overnight Oats with Whey
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder; 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond); 2 tsp chia seeds; 2 tsp honey or maple syrup; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1 ripe banana, sliced; 2 tbsp natural peanut butter; 1/8 tsp salt

Thick, creamy rolled oats stirred with whey protein powder and Greek yogurt, then chilled overnight for a grab-and-go high-protein breakfast. Plan ahead: oats must refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

10 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder
1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond)
2 tsp chia seeds
2 tsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 ripe banana, sliced
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a jar or airtight container, combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder, 2 tsp chia seeds, and 1/8 tsp salt. Stir the dry ingredients together.
2

Add 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond), 2 tsp honey or maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract. Stir vigorously until the protein powder is fully dissolved and no clumps remain.
3

Swirl in 2 tbsp natural peanut butter for ribbons of flavor, or stir fully to combine.
4

Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. The oats will absorb the liquid and thicken considerably.
5

Before serving, stir the oats and add a splash of milk if they are too thick. Top with 1 sliced ripe banana and any extra toppings you like. Serve cold.

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Questions

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Protein Overnight Oats with Whey?

The entry for Protein Overnight Oats with Whey calls for 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Protein Overnight Oats with Whey gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Protein Overnight Oats with Whey is 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats. Swap the oats for certified gluten-free oats. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Protein Overnight Oats with Whey vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder, 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond) and 2 tsp honey or maple syrup. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan breakfast collection.

Does Protein Overnight Oats with Whey contain peanuts?

Yes: 2 tbsp natural peanut butter. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy, peanuts and tree nuts. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I make Protein Overnight Oats with Whey ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Protein Overnight Oats with Whey within two hours and eat it within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

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