Easy Protein-Packed Overnight Oats Recipe With Fresh Berries for Quick Healthy Breakfast
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe packed with protein and fresh berries, perfect for a healthy and satisfying breakfast on busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (45g) rolled oats
- ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt, plain, full-fat or low-fat
- ½ cup (120ml) milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 scoop (about 25g) protein powder, vanilla or unflavored
- ½ cup (75g) fresh mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Measure and combine dry ingredients: In your jar or container, add ½ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds (if using), 1 scoop protein powder, and a pinch of ground cinnamon. Stir to mix evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in ½ cup Greek yogurt, ½ cup milk of choice, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if desired. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated with no clumps.
- Top with fresh berries: Add ½ cup fresh mixed berries on top without stirring them in.
- Seal and refrigerate: Secure the jar or container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, give the oats a gentle stir to blend the berries. Add a splash of milk if the mixture is too thick.
Notes
Use rolled oats for best texture; avoid instant or quick oats to prevent mushiness. Protein powder is optional but recommended for added protein. Layer berries on top to keep them fresh and colorful. Adjust milk quantity if oats are too thick. Can be made dairy-free with plant-based yogurt and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 22
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