High-Protein Overnight Oats
A quick and customizable breakfast packed with protein from Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, perfect for meal prep.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats Old-fashioned oats are best.
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds Thicken the oats and add fiber.
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt Full-fat or 2 percent for extra creaminess.
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese Small curd blends nicely.
- 1/2 to 2/3 cup milk of choice Almond, oat, or dairy.
Flavor and Sweeteners
- 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey Sweeten to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon or cocoa powder Optional for flavor.
Toppings
- to taste fresh or frozen berries, sliced banana, nuts, seeds, nut butter, or dark chocolate Customizable toppings.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt together.
- Add Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, stirring until mostly smooth.
- Pour in milk and mix until combined.
- Sweeten to taste and add flavorings like vanilla or cinnamon.
- Transfer to a jar, cover, and chill overnight or for at least 4 hours.
Serving
- In the morning, stir and add your choice of toppings.
Notes
These oats keep for 3 to 4 days in the fridge. You can also freeze the base in small containers for up to a month.