High protein overnight oats are the best way to start the day. They only take 5 minutes to throw together at night and your breakfast is ready and waiting for you in the morning!
I love to batch prep breakfast! When my schedule is busy I have no time to think about breakfast in the morning and often it is a meal I skip. BUT if these high protein overnight oats are ready and waiting for me, I know I wont skip it. Overnight oats are super easy meal prep idea. I make several servings at once and then I have breakfast ready for my whole week.
If you love easy gluten free breakfasts, you’ll love my vegan protein overnight oats, my banana oatmeal bars, and my gluten free pumpkin muffins.
What Makes this Gluten free Recipe Special?
- These high protein overnight oats help give me with energy that lasts all morning.
- Adding extra protein helps me acheive my daily protein goal.
- This fresh and filling breakfast is perfect for on the go.
- These high protein overnight oats are the perfect allergy friendly recipe. Overnight oats are a recipe that can be tailored to any dietary restriction, including gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free or nut free.
Ingredients & Substitutions
oats: any oats will work to make these high protein overnight oats! Some take longer to soak than other but use whatever you have! I like to always look for certified gluten free oats just to make sure there is no cross contamination.
Plant based milk: Oat milk is my favorite because it is thicker than other plant based milks. Any plant based milk works fine!
applesauce: I like to add extra fruit whenever possible! Mashed bananas can be used in its place.
protein powder: My favorite is Isopure protein powder.
peanut butter powder: Both peanut butter and peanut butter powder is high in protein! I also buy an all natural or organic peanut butter made with just ground peanuts and salt.
How do I make this recipe?
In a large bowl, I first add the gluten-free oats, oat milk, applesauce, and peanut butter powder. Then, I mix together until well combined.
Next, I gently fold in any extra toppings.
After, I separate the oat mixture evenly into four mason jars or any other airtight containers.
Then, I cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours.
In the morning, I remove from the refrigerator and enjoy cold or at room temperature!
What Toppings Can I Use?
I love how customizable these high protein overnight oats are. The toppings are endless and they are super easy to make gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free or nut free!
I love adding fruit. Add 1/2 cup of your favourite fruit. You can add it the night before or add it on top in the morning when you are ready to eat. Fresh or frozen fruit works great! I love strawberries, bananas, blueberries, raspberries, etc.
I love adding peanut butter for extra protein. Any nut butter will work. You can use peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, etc. For a nut-free recipe, any kind of chickpea butter or tahini works great oo!
Add any other of your favorite toppings like chocolate, nuts, seeds or granola to these high protein overnight oats. For an even higher protein option, add greek yogurt on top!
What itype of oats do I use for these high protein overnight oats?
You can make high protein overnight oats out of ANY oat. Some will get softer than others. Some will soften quicker than others, but you can use any oat. I always stick to gluten free rolled oats. Quick oats will get softer quicker and the texture will be mushier. Steel cut oats take longer to soften up so you want to let them soak for longer. When using steel cut oats you want to make sure you prepare this recipe a full 24 horus in advance, and not just the night before.
What containers should I store overnight oats in?
Obviously, the cutest opion is mason jars. I mean, they’re aesthetically pleasing… but they are also the perfecr size and convenient that they come with a top! I have a collection of over 20 mason jars and lids of all shapes and sizes. I use them for overnight oats or when I press fresh juice! They’re the best, but they’re not aboslutely necessary. If you don’t have mason jars you can use any airtight containers you have!
How Do I Serve my high protein overnight oats?
I enjoy my high protein overnight oats cold, right out of the refrigerator. You can enjoy them room temperature or pop them in the microwave for 30 seconds for a warmed up breakfast! I like to add in any extra fruit, chocolate chips or even nuts. You can even top with a little yogurt!
How long do overnight oats last?
High protein overnight oats are awesome because they actually last for your whole week! Stored in an airtight container, These protein overnight oats are good in the refrigerator for 5 days!
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High Protein Overnight Oats (Gluten Free)
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free oats
- 2 cups oat milk or milk of choice
- 1/4 cup applesauce unsweetened
- 3 tbsp nut butter all natural
- 3 tbsp protein powder
- 3 tbsp peanut butter powder
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup fresh fruit (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips, nuts, seeds, granola, etc (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the gluten-free oats, oat milk, applesauce, and peanut butter powder. Mix together until well combined.
- Gently fold in any extra toppings.
- Separate the oat mixture evenly into four mason jars or any other airtight containers.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours.
- In the morning, remove from the refrigerator and enjoy cold or at room temperature!
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