How to make protein overnight oats

How to make protein overnight oats

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30 May 2023

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We know that you know how important a protein-filled breakfast is… but that knowledge doesn’t give you any extra morning time to make one! 

Preparation is the key to success. Planning your meals stops on-the-go snacks which can be the downfall of an otherwise healthy diet.

We have three delicious protein overnight oats recipes which are quick to make and don’t contain too many ingredients.

Keep it simple and eat well!

What are overnight oats?

Protein overnight oats are one of the easiest and tastiest ways to ensure you start the day right. Packed full of nutrients from the oats themselves and added ingredients like fruit and seeds, they’ll have you feeling awake and satisfied all morning.

The base ingredients are always rolled oats, milk and yogurt and protein powder, so you are getting a great mix of all three macros - carbohydrates, protein and healthy fats. You can add a whole variety of supplementary ingredients to keep things interesting.

Overnight oats with protein powder and peanut butter

Got a busy day ahead? This is the perfect recipe for high-energy people who pack their days full. 

Calories: 516 Kcal per serving

Protein: 32 grams per serving

Prep Time: 5 mins

Overall Time: 5-8 hours 

Protein powder overnight oats with peanut butter ingredients (3 servings)

  • 1 ½  cups of rolled oats 
  • 3 scoops of Crazy Nutrition’s TRI-PROTEIN formula vanilla protein powder 
  • 2 cups of 2% semi-skimmed milk (or almond milk) 
  • 2 tbsp of chia seeds 
  • One banana
  • 3 tbsp of peanut butter 
  • One drop of vanilla extract

Protein powder overnight oats with peanut butter instructions

  1. Get a large mixing bowl and combine the oats, protein powder, peanut butter, chia seeds and vanilla extract
  2. Add in the milk last and mix thoroughly 
  3. Spoon the mixture equally into 3 glass mason jars
  4. Cut up the banana and place the slices on top of the mixture
  5. Leave the jars in the fridge overnight
Alternative: Swap the banana for jelly and make P&J oats!

        Overnight oats with chocolate protein powder


        Treat yourself? Always! This chocolate protein overnight oats recipe is a no-guilt, sweet-tasting breakfast option that we know you will love.

        Calories: 354 Kcal per serving

        Protein: 26 grams per serving

        Prep Time: 5 mins

        Overall Time: 5-8 hours 

        Chocolate protein overnight oats ingredients (3 servings)

        • 1 ½  cups of rolled oats 
        • 3 scoops of Crazy Nutrition’s TRI-PROTEIN formula chocolate protein powder  
        • 1 ½ cups of 2% semi-skimmed milk (or almond milk) 
        • 2 tbsp of cocoa powder 
        • 1 ½  tbsp of maple syrup
        • One drop of vanilla extract

        Chocolate protein overnight oats instructions:

        1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl before distributing the mixture between 3 glass mason jars. 
        2. Leave the jars in the fridge overnight.
        Alternative: Swap the chocolate protein for vanilla, swap the cocoa powder for ground cinnamon, and enjoy a delicious cinnamon protein breakfast!

        Overnight vanilla protein powder oats with mixed berries

        A mixed berry recipe is a great option if you prefer to keep your breakfasts light. Strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries - mix things up! You can also use frozen berries to save on cost.

        Calories: 255 Kcal per serving

        Protein: 22 grams per serving

        Prep Time: 5 mins

        Overall Time: 5-8 hours 

        Berry high protein overnight oats ingredients (3 servings):

        • ¾ cup of rolled oats 
        • 3 scoops of Crazy Nutrition’s TRI-PROTEIN formula vanilla protein powder 
        • 1 ½ cups non-fat plain Greek yogurt 
        • ¾ cups of 2% semi-skimmed milk (or almond milk) 
        • 1 ¼ cup of diced mixed berries
        • A small drop of vanilla extract

        Berry high protein overnight oats instructions:

        1. Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl and spoon into 3 glass mason jars. You can mix directly in the mason jars if you want to save on washing up.
        2. Refrigerate overnight

        Tips for making the perfect overnight oats

        • Add a little water to your protein powder to create a slushy consistency before adding it to the oats. This makes the end result less grainy. 
        • Although overnight oats last for up to five days in the fridge if sorted in an airtight container, they do start to soften after a few days, which is why all our recipes are for three servings.
        • You can eat overnight oats after 2-3 hours, but leaving them for at least 5 hours is always best.
        • Keep varying your recipes so you don’t get bored; that way, you are more likely to keep up with your healthy habits.
        • You can freeze overnight oats for up to three months.

        Making oats with whey protein powder.

        Wide varieties of protein are available to buy, but whey protein is the best option for overnight oats due to its smooth texture and mellow flavor. Particularly compared with vegan protein powder, which has an earthy taste.

        Crazy Nutrition’s TRI-PROTEIN whey protein formula comes in three flavors; vanilla, chocolate and salted caramel, giving you plenty of taste variety in your overnight protein oats.