High Protein Overnight Oats (4 Ingredients) (2024)

FAQs

Should I put protein powder in my overnight oats? ›

This protein-packed breakfast is the perfect way to start your morning! These overnight oats with protein powder are easy to make, delicious, and will keep you satisfied all morning long.

Add Twice as Much Milk as Oats

Whether you prefer whole milk, rice milk or coconut milk, you can use it. Just make sure to add twice as much milk as oats. Note: You can also use whey, buttermilk or thinned yogurt for a tangier flavor.

Mix equal parts old-fashioned oats (rolled oats, that is, not quick-cooking-they'll get too mushy) and water along with a pinch of salt in a jar, cover and refrigerate overnight and up to 3 days. For one serving, we recommend using: 1/2 cup oats. 1/2 cup water (or milk or nondairy milk)

Overnight Oats Basic Ratio = 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats + 3/4 cup milk. This is what I usually make for one serving. I'll add other things to this, but I'll share more about that below. If you want to double or triple this to make multiple servings you easily can.

As Best points out, "some of the worst ingredients that are mistakenly added to healthy overnight oat recipes include chocolate sauce, sugar, syrup, and dried fruit."

But if for you (like for me) the protein in the oats are not enough, protein powder comes into play. Adding a scoop of protein powder to your meal will boost the macros and pack your porridge with protein and taste. The perfect fitness breakfast, especially if you work out early in the morning!

Whatever you do, steer clear of the worst offenders: dried fruit with added sugars, like Craisins or dried pineapple. "These are almost always made with added sugar, if not also an artificial sweetener, says Pennsylvania-based RD Gina Consalvo. "Always choose a fresh fruit instead." Need hard proof?

When combined with milk or yoghurt, overnight oats can be a source of protein, which is essential for muscle repair and overall body function. The fibre and nutrients in oats are associated with a reduced risk of heart disease. They can help lower bad LDL cholesterol levels and promote cardiovascular health.

If you don't add enough liquid, your oats will be dry and clumpy in the morning, making them less enjoyable to eat. Make sure to add enough milk or yogurt to fully cover your oats and give them a creamy consistency.

Yogurt Substitutions

In my recipe below, I opted for nut butter as a substitute for yogurt. I used peanut butter but oftentimes use almond butter, cashew butter, and granola butter! All are equally delicious.

What liquid should you use for overnight oats? ›

Making overnight oats is actually as easy as memorizing a simple ratio: Use equal parts old-fashioned rolled oats and milk, plus half as much yogurt. For example, the recipe below calls for 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 2 cups milk, and 1 cup yogurt.

Here are some alternatives. Flaxseed: If you don't like flaxseeds or chia seeds, you can replace them with nut butter, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or mashed fruit. Maple Syrup: Agave syrup or brown sugar is an excellent replacement for maple syrup.

Why Do You Put Chia Seeds in Overnight Oats? Chia seeds up the nutrition content in overnight oats. They're loaded with good-for-your-gut fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which help calm inflammation in your body and may protect you from chronic disease. They also add a nice protein boost to this recipe.

When soaked overnight, the starch in the oats is naturally broken down, allowing more nutrients to be absorbed by the oats. This causes the oatmeal to swell up and absorb the liquid through every pore, making it a healthy and filling breakfast meal on its own.

But after a little experimentation, I realized that adding chia seeds to overnight oats takes them to a whole new level. They give the oats a delicious thick and creamy texture, sort of like that of chia pudding.

Consuming protein before sleep, ideally around 30 minutes before going to bed, has been shown to increase muscle protein synthesis overnight. However, some factors influence just how effective this is. What is this?

Texture: Whey protein powder is designed to dissolve and mix easily with liquids. However, if left in water or milk overnight, the mixture can become thicker and develop a slightly grainy or gritty texture. This is because the protein particles absorb the liquid over time, leading to a more viscous consistency.

Storage Guidelines. These protein powder overnight oats should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and will stay good for 3-4 days.

Yes, you can definitely make protein shakes the night before!