Description
Protein-packed overnight oats deliver a delightful breakfast boost from Mexico’s culinary traditions. Creamy, nutritious ingredients blend seamlessly for quick morning nourishment you’ll savor before heading out.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup (177 mL / 6 fl oz) milk (dairy, almond, oat, etc.)
- ½ cup (45 g / 1.6 oz) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or flavor of choice)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, banana slices)
- Nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- Chopped nuts or seeds
- Granola or shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preparation: Select a spacious mason jar or container with a secure lid to craft your protein-enriched morning delight.
- Mixing: Combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, honey, and vanilla extract, whisking vigorously until achieving a silky, uniform consistency. Eliminate any protein powder lumps completely.
- Sealing: Secure the container with an airtight lid, preventing moisture escape and flavor dilution.
- Chilling: Nestle the mixture in the refrigerator’s coldest zone, allowing ingredients to harmonize and soften overnight for 6-8 hours.
- Awakening: Retrieve the container, gently stirring to redistribute settled components. Adjust texture by incorporating a splash of milk if needed.
- Finishing: Elevate your creation with personalized toppings like fresh berries, chopped almonds, a honey cascade, or a cinnamon dusting. Serve immediately and relish your effortless, nutrient-packed breakfast.
Notes
- Choose Proper Container: Select a wide-mouth mason jar or container with a tight-fitting lid to ensure easy mixing and storage.
- Blend Ingredients Thoroughly: Whisk protein powder and dry ingredients vigorously to prevent clumping and achieve a smooth, uniform texture.
- Optimize Overnight Soaking: Allow 6-8 hours of refrigeration to maximize liquid absorption and create a creamy, soft consistency.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Substitute dairy milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk for vegan options, and use plant-based protein powder to accommodate different dietary requirements.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg