High Protein Coffee Overnight Oats

I teased these deliciously creamy in a single day oats a few weeks in the past on Instagram and determined they deserved their very own spot on the weblog as a result of they’re THAT good.

Say howdy to my high protein espresso in a single day oats crammed with cozy espresso taste you could simply flip into chocolate-y mocha in a single day oats! They pack 30 (sure, 3-0) grams of protein from greek yogurt and your favourite protein powder to maintain you full and glad till lunch, AKA they’re they’re post-workout perfection. These oats had been truly impressed by the Pantone shade of the 12 months: mocha mousse. I knew I needed to create one thing yummy with the colour and it had been too lengthy since I introduced you a brand new in a single day oats recipe.

Mix up these easy components and hold the oats within the fridge for a fast, straightforward, nutrient-dense breakfast to gas your day. Check out the total submit for plenty of methods to customise them, too!

Ingredients in these high protein espresso in a single day oats

These straightforward espresso in a single day oats are made with easy components and are naturally sweetened with a little bit pure maple syrup. Plus, they pack 30g of protein! Here’s what you’ll want:

Yogurt: I like to make use of plain greek yogurt to make sure that the oats are good and filling.
Milk: be happy to make use of any milk you’d like. I favor unsweetened almond milk.
Coffee: you’ll be able to both use cooled espresso or chilly brew to get that espresso taste punch.
Maple syrup: naturally sweeten the oats with a tiny little bit of pure maple syrup.
Vanilla: a little bit vanilla extract brings out the sweetness.
Oats: can’t have in a single day oats with out rolled oats!
Protein powder: add a scoop of your favourite protein powder to get an additional enhance of protein. I like to make use of unflavored collagen peptides.
Chia seeds: I like so as to add chia seeds for a beautiful enhance of fiber, omega-3s, and a little bit extra protein. They increase within the oats to assist thicken them, too!

Turn them into mocha mousse in a single day oats

These taste add-ins are non-compulsory however SO scrumptious. Add a pair teaspoons of cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder, plus a pair tablespoons of mini chocolate chips for a wealthy mocha taste. Cacao powder additionally provides a lift of antioxidants.

Can I take advantage of metal reduce oats?

Unfortunately, no, I can not advocate utilizing metal reduce oats in in a single day oats recipes as a result of they won’t take in as a lot liquid as rolled oats so the feel won’t be creamy.

Make these espresso in a single day oats your personal

There are just a few straightforward methods to make these in a single day oats your personal! Here’s what I can counsel:

Go dairy-free: merely use your favourite dairy-free yogurt, and keep in mind to make use of a dairy-free milk. If you’re including chocolate chips, make sure that to additionally use dairy-free/vegan chocolate chips.
Pick your protein powder: as I discussed, I like to make use of unflavored collagen peptides so as to add protein to those oats, however I believe a chocolate protein powder would even be scrumptious for additional mocha taste.
For the nut butter lovers: add some healthy fat and one other enjoyable taste combo by drizzling, mixing in or layering a spoonful of your favourite nut butter!
Add some fruit: I believe sliced bananas could be scrumptious on high once you’re able to eat!

Easy espresso in a single day oats in 3 steps

Mix the entire components. In a large bowl whisk collectively the entire moist components, then stir within the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and cacao powder (if utilizing). Mix in chocolate chips, too, in the event you’d like.
Chill the oats. Cover your bowl and refrigerate for no less than 4 hours or in a single day. This is vital in order that the oats thicken up (no cooking required!)
Divide & serve. Divide the combination between two 12 ounce mason jars (or bowls), add your fav toppings, and revel in!

Storing tips

These espresso in a single day oats will keep good within the fridge in your mason jar for as much as 5 days, which makes them moveable and straightforward to get pleasure from on the go. Just remember to give them a great stir and/or add one other splash of milk as wanted earlier than having fun with.

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I hope you’re keen on these high-protein espresso in a single day oats! If you make them remember to go away a remark and a score so I understand how you preferred them. Enjoy, xo!

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High Protein Coffee Overnight Oats

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes

Serves2 servings

Creamy espresso in a single day oats made with brewed espresso, hearty oats, greek yogurt, and your selection of protein powder for a filling breakfast to start your morning. These protein-packed espresso in a single day oats are straightforward to make and are additional scrumptious with a little bit cacao powder and some chocolate chips for a mocha taste!

Ingredients

½ cup plain greek yogurt
¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of selection)
½ cup cooled espresso or chilly brew
1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, to sweeten to your liking
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats, gluten free if desired
1 scoop (4 tablespoons) protein powder of selection (I used unflavored collagen peptides)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Optional to make them ‘mocha’ flavored: 2 to three teaspoons cacao powder (or sub unsweetened cocoa powder)
2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

Instructions

In a medium bowl, add yogurt, milk, espresso (or chilly brew), pure maple syrup (see notes beneath), and vanilla extract. Whisk collectively till properly mixed. Stir in oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and cacao powder till properly mixed. Fold in 1 heaping tablespoon of the mini chocolate chips.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place within the fridge for 4 hours or in a single day. Once able to serve, divide between two 12 ounce mason jars (or simply scoop and serve into bowls as desired.) Serve with an additional dollop of yogurt on high and sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips. These are additionally scrumptious with a drizzle or spoonful of almond butter for some healthy fat and additional protein. Serves 2.

Recipe Notes

For the maple syrup: I counsel beginning with 1 tablespoon, tasting the oats, and including one other tablespoon if you would like them to be sweeter.
See the total submit for simple methods to customise these in a single day oats!