These Chocolate Protein Powder Overnight Oats are the perfect meal prep recipe to keep you full and energized all morning long! They are super easy to make with only 6-7 ingredients and prep takes no time at all. They do have to sit in the fridge for a bit for the oats to soak up the liquid, but with some planning ahead these are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast option!
Start your morning off right with these Chocolate Protein PowderOvernight Oats- they taste like dessert but will keep your full and energized all morning long!
Made with just a few simple ingredients, plus your favorite chocolate protein powder, this easy breakfast recipe is perfect for meal prepping and eating throughout the week. My husband loves to grab and go on his way to work!
If you love oats, look no further than my Proats recipe, or my Baked Oats! My most popular blog recipe is my High Protein Overnight Oats. I also love my flavored overnight oat recipes, like brown sugar, pumpkin spice, almond butter, banana chia, or cinnamon roll!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's the perfect balanced breakfast leaving you feeling fuller for longer!
- It's easy to meal prep and lasts for days in the fridge.
- They can be eaten cold right out of the fridge or warmed up in the microwave!
- They are super customizable, so add whatever toppings you love!
Ingredients
- Oats- I recommend using old fashioned oats for this recipe. Quick oats can also be used in a pinch.
- Protein powder- I suggest finding a protein powder you enjoy the taste of! I like whey protein.
- Greek yogurt- This adds creaminess to your overnight oats.
- Chia seeds- These help soak up the liquid and give you the perfect consistency.
A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How to Make
This recipe is super easy to make. Follow along below.
Add the oats, protein powder, and chia seeds to a jar.
Pour in the milk and greek yogurt.
Top with a lid and shake vigorously to mix (or use a whisk/fork).
Place in the fridge for at least 5 hours but preferably overnight. Give it a good mix before you eat & top with your fav toppings!
If you want your oats to be extra chocolate-y, add in 1-2 teaspoon of cocoa powder!
Kelly's Top Tip
Make sure to really mix the oats before letting them sit in the fridge do you don't have any pockets of protein powder left. Sometimes I will put them in the fridge and 10-15 minutes later I will mix them again just to make sure they are well mixed!
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- You can use quick oats for this recipe (although I recommend using old-fashioned), the texture might be different but it will still work! I do not recommend using steel cut oats for overnight oats
- Use any type of milk you enjoy for this recipe, I used almond but regular milk or other non-dairy works too.
- If you want your oats to be sweeter, add up to a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey.
- Add other add ins/toppings: peanut butter, berries, white chocolate chips, nuts, banana, honey, shredded coconut, or granola.
Equipment Needed
I love these overnight oats jars, they are the perfect size for individual portions and great to take on-the-go!
I also like using ball mason jars, or weck jars!
How To Store
Overnight oats will stay good stored the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days!
You can eat them straight out of the fridge cold, or heat in the microwave.
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Simple Chocolate Protein Powder Overnight Oats
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- ½ tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup plain greek yogurt I used non fat
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- mini chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- In a jar or tupperware container, mix the oats, protein powder, and chia seeds.
- Add in the milk, yogurt, and syrup/honey (if using). Top with the lid and shake vigorously, or stir with a whisk/fork.
- Place in the fridge for at least 5 hours or overnight, until the oats have soaked up the liquid. If it's too dry, add in a splash of milk and mix.
- Top with any topping you love and enjoy!
Notes
- Can be store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Eat cold or warm in the microwave.
- Make a large batch and store in a large tupperware container to scoop out each morning.
- add ins/toppings ideas: peanut butter, berries, white chocolate chips, nuts, banana, honey, shredded coconut, or granola.
Nutrition
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Mike says
Tasty!
How are the calories calculated? I plugged this recipe into Cronometer and it was 645. That’s with omitting the syrup and subbing the milk with lower cal almond milk.
Kelly Nash says
Hi Mike, all calorie calculations are just an estimate. Depending on what type of protein powder you use, it could add extra calories to your oats! I used a protein powder that has minimal carbs, as well as almond milk, and non-fat plain greek yogurt. I didn't add the mini chocolate chips (since it's an optional topping).
Elissa says
This is delicious! My first time making and eating overnight oats. I used fat free Toasted Coconut Vanilla Greek Yogurt and added a tablespoon of unsweetened shredded coconut!
Kelly Hamilton says
So happy to hear you liked these, ELissa! The coconut addition sounds delicious!
Lisa says
Delicious! I put in one scoop of PB2 chocolate peanut butter powder instead of the protein pot.
Kelly Hamilton says
So happy to hear you enjoyed these, Lisa! Glad the PB2 worked, sounds yummy!
tammy says
This recipe is so easy to make and delicious!