Description
These Cookie Dough Overnight Oats are a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast that combines creamy oats with peanut butter, chocolate chips, and protein powder. Perfect for a quick, satisfying start to your day, they can be enjoyed cold or warmed up in the morning.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (dark or milk chocolate)
- 1 scoop protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 pinch kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (almond, cashew, or dairy milk)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, chia seeds, mini chocolate chips, protein powder, and kosher salt until evenly distributed.
- Add wet ingredients: Incorporate the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk into the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Refrigerate overnight: Divide the combined mixture evenly into 4 jars or bowls. Cover each container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Serve and enjoy: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. You can enjoy them cold directly from the fridge or warm them in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute if you prefer a hot breakfast.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, make sure to use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
- Swap out peanut butter for almond or any other nut/seed butter based on your preference.
- The protein powder can be plant-based or whey protein depending on dietary needs.
- If you like your oats thicker, reduce the milk slightly or add more chia seeds.
- Add fresh fruit like sliced bananas or berries in the morning for extra flavor and nutrition.
