Protein Overnight Oats (Tastes like Cheesecake!)

protein overnight oats topped with berries and peanut butter.

Protein Overnight Oats (Tastes like Cheesecake!)

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: protein overnight oats

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 0

Chill Time:: 4

Total Time: 4 5

Servings:

Calories: 404kcal

Author: Megan Gilmore

Here's a protein-packed breakfast idea that you can eat straight from the fridge on a busy morning. It packs 29 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber per serving, and you can stir it together in 5 minutes or less. (And even make multiple jars for the week ahead!) This flavor tastes like cheesecake, so top it with your favorite toppings, like strawberries or raspberries.

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Ingredients

½ cup old-fashined rolled oats
2 tablespoons collagen peptides
1 tablespoon chia seeds
⅓ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon maple syrup
½ cup milk (see notes)

Instructions

Add the rolled oats, collagen, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and milk to a 12-ounce or larger jar with a lid. Stir well until everything is mixed, then secure the lid and transfer to the fridge to chill. (At least 4 hours, or overnight.)
When you're ready to eat, remove the lid and give the oats another stir. You'll notice that they have plumped up and absorbed the liquid. They are ready to eat with any toppings you like, such as fresh berries or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
These jars can be stored in the fridge for 3 to 4 days, so you can make as many servings as you'll eat in that time.

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Notes

The nutrition information is for the whole batch, assuming you use unsweetened soy milk. This information is automatically calculated and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.

Yogurt-Free Variation: I originally tested this recipe with a tablespoon of peanut butter instead of the yogurt. In that case, increase the milk to 3/4 cup total. This version has 27 grams of protein, 465 calories, 17 grams of fat, 53 grams of carbs, and 10 grams of fiber.

Milk Note: Soy and cow's milk each contain about 8 grams of protein per cup. This batch might have less protein if you swap for a dairy-free milk, like almond or oat milk.

Gluten-Free Note: Oats are naturally gluten-free, but can be contaminated during processing. Shop for certified gluten-free oats, if needed.

Protein Powder Note: I use unflavored collagen peptides in this recipe because you can't taste this amount at all. (At least, not with peanut butter and maple syrup added.) Feel free to experiment with using your favorite protein powder instead. I tried adding 1 tablespoon of my usual unsweetened plant protein powder, and I hated it. So, experiment at your own risk.

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