These protein overnight oats are packed with whole grains and protein! “Proats” are a no-cook breakfast that will help keep you feeling full all morning long!
Why This Recipe Works
I might be the food blogger in my household but…. I can’t take credit for this recipe. Nope. My HUSBAND is actually the one who has honed this recipe for proats (protein overnight oats!) to perfection and got me hooked on them.
Note: I updated this recipe in June of 2023 to use Greek yogurt instead of milk. It makes for a creamier consistency!
Joe, my S.O., other half, right hand man, hubby (whatever you want to call him!) makes these “proats” every single morning . They’re stupid easy to make (only 4 ingredients!), are packed with protein, whole grains and fiber to keep you full all morning long AND taste like cake batter (his words!)
These overnight oats with protein powder are totally customizable so you could prep these for the entire week, add different toppings to each, and having a totally unique version of proats every single day! Awesome, huh? See ya later boring meal prep!
PS. If you like oat recipes checkout my recipe for banana blueberry oatmeal muffins… to dieeeee for!
Ingredients Needed
- Oats. This recipe works best with old fashioned oats but in a pinch you could use quick oats!
- Protein Powder. You can use whatever type of protein powder you like (plant based or whey will work!) and any flavor. My favorite is Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey- the vanilla ice cream flavor!
- Greek Yogurt. I’m a vanilla gal myself but any flavor will work! This gives them a suuuuper creamy texture! (Note: the old recipe called for milk but I have come to prefer them to be made with greek yogurt)
- Pudding Mix. *optional* This makes them super dense and truly like a pudding. (I also add this to my smoothies!) Usually I skip this but my husband Joe likes his oats thicker, so he adds it. Feel free to swap out the vanilla pudding mix for a fun flavor- I LOVE a white chocolate or cheesecake pudding mix sometimes!
How To Make This Recipe
Combine all ingredients together.
Refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
Top with anything you’d like before eating: fruit, nuts, coconut flakes, peanut butter, etc.
Enjoy!
What Flavor PROATS Can I Make?
Here are some of my fave flavor combos to add to these protein overnight oats!
- Diced peaches, cinnamon, and candied nuts
- Shredded zucchini, cocoa powder and walnuts
- Mixed berries and peanut butter (PB and J vibes!)
- Shredded carrots, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla extract, raisins and walnuts (a la carrot cake inspo!)
- Chopped apple, a drizzle of caramel and chocolate syrup and chopped peanuts (caramel apple, anyone?!)
You can find these exact recipes for how to make them in The SociEATy!
Recipe FAQs
These protein overnight oats are PACKED with nutrition. They’ve got protein and whole grains which will give your body lasting energy all morning long. As an intuitive eating dietitian I believe that ALL food is good for you- some nourishes our bodies more and some our souls!
These protein overnight oats pack a whopping 35 gram of protein! Adding protein to oatmeal really helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied longer. A little of what I call gentle nutrition there!
Yes! I love adding a scoop of protein powder to any warm cereals, like porridge or oatmeal. This recipe for proats is served cold, no cooking needed, but you could also add a scoop of protein powder to any of your favorite warm cereals. I do this a lot!
You can make these ~5 days in advance. I make a full 5 for the work week at once! The longer your proats sit in the fridge the thicker they will get. So, by the end of the week you might want to add a splash of milk if they’re too thick for your liking.
I get this question all the time! I’m OBSESSED with these cutie oat jars. They have a cute little bamboo spoon attached to the side. Highly recommend!
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-Colleen
Proats (Protein Overnight Oats)
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- 1 scoop protein powder I used vanilla Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey- you can use whatever!
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Any flavor will work! One with some fat in it may help keep you full longer.
- ½ cup liquid of choice Water, milk, etc.
- 1 tsp vanilla pudding mix could use any flavor!
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients together
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours
- Top with anything you’d like before eating: fruit, nuts, coconut flakes, peanut butter, etc. (See notes for some of my fave flavor combos to add!)
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- Diced peaches, cinnamon, and candied nuts
- Shredded zucchini, cocoa powder and walnuts
- Mixed berries and peanut butter (PB and J vibes!)
- Shredded carrots, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla extract, raisins and walnuts (a la carrot cake inspo!)
- Chopped apple, a drizzle of caramel and chocolate syrup and chopped peanuts (caramel apple, anyone?!)
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Misty S says
Made these with what I had on hand…peanut butter protein & white chocolate pudding mix…yum!!!!! Can’t wait to try more combos!
Colleen says
Oh my goodness what a delicious combo!