Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free if preferred)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1/3 cup non-fat Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 scoop (approx. 20g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
- Fresh berries, nuts, or nut butter for topping
Instructions
- In a wide-mouth mason jar or a small glass bowl, add the rolled oats, protein powder, and chia seeds. Whisk these dry ingredients together briefly to ensure the protein powder is distributed and won’t clump when you add the liquid.
- Pour in the milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and your choice of liquid sweetener. Add a tiny pinch of sea salt; this might seem odd for breakfast, but it significantly enhances the flavors of the oats and protein. Stir everything vigorously with a spoon until the mixture is well combined and no dry pockets of oats remain.
- Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid or cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Place the container in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, though letting it sit overnight (about 8 hours) produces the best, creamiest results. During this time, the oats and chia seeds soak up the liquid and soften perfectly.
- In the morning, give the oats a quick stir. If the mixture is too thick for your liking, splash in an extra tablespoon of milk. Top the bowl with fresh berries, a drizzle of almond butter, or some crunchy granola to create a beautiful and delicious presentation. Grab a spoon and enjoy your ready-to-eat masterpiece!
- Cook Time: 5 minutes