Protein Chocolate Overnight OatsBreakfast Recipes Jump to Recipe Print Recipe Who said that breakfast can’t taste like dessert AND be nutritionally dense?! This Chocolate Overnight Oats is high-protein, extremely quick and easy to make, and overall a great option if you are looking for a healthy meal – that will keep you satiated – to start your day. Not to mention that it tastes more like a dessert than a healthy breakfast option! Discovering the Versatility of Oats: From Childhood Favorites to Easy, Healthy Breakfasts Oats in all forms is such a great option for breakfast! Truthfully though, I didn’t start really experimenting with different ways to make it eat it until I started consciously learning more about eating healthier. Before that point, all I really knew was my mom’s homemade oats (which I still LOVE to this day). She makes it in a way that I can’t really replicate – which could partially be due to the fact that when you make your own food you’re always critical about one or another element of it. Or it may be because of I think that everything my mom cooks for me is ELITE. Haha. Growing up my mom always made us really good food! And a filling breakfast before school was a must. The oats were creamy, soft, buttery, and topped with butter, sliced banana, and cold milk – my brain is silently yelling ‘elite’ while I’m thinking about it. When I started becoming interested in cooking and baking myself, I started experimenting. First with the basics and then slowly progressed. This recipe is one of the BASICS. Honestly, you need zero skills in the kitchen to be able to make delicious overnight oats. Zero. And the awesome thing about oats, is that it keeps you feeling satiated for long. This overnight oats recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you don’t have time to make breakfast or alternatively to take with you on the go! How long do overnight Oats Last? This chocolate overnight oats can last for up to 4 days in the fridge (in an airtight container). If you plan on meal prepping the oats for a few days in advance, then I recommend adding the final chocolate layer onto the oats the night before consuming it. The chocolate layer can undergo some changes if left on top of the oats for a few days, and to ensure the best results, add it on only the night before. In case you are worried that your meal-prepped oats have spoiled, look for signs like an off or sour smell, changes in appearance (developing a slimy texture), or a sour taste before you consume the oats. What are overnight oats? Overnight oats are quite possibly the easiest way to make oats (besides instant oats of course). They are made by soaking oats in liquid – like milk – and adding other ingredients and flavors into the mixture and then leaving them in the fridge overnight. The raw oats absorb the liquid overnight, resulting in a soft and chewy texture – that is achieved without having to cook them. Macros: Calories – 361 Protein – 22.4g Carbs – 43.5g Fats – 10.5g how to make overnight protein oats? This recipe is incredibly easy. to make! Oats: First – to a bowl (or directly into the jar you will be storing your overnight oats in) add the oats, protein powder, and cocoa powder. Mix together so that everything is incorporated. To the same bowl – or jar – add the milk, yogurt, water, and honey. Mix all of the ingredients together until no dry ingredients or powders remain. Set aside. Topping: In a separate small bowl, mix the yogurt and protein powder together. Place the yogurt topping on top of your oats mixture if you will be storing the oats in that bowl. If not, spoon your oats into a jar and then spoon the yogurt topping over it. Finally, melt two small blocks of milk chocolate. I do this in a tinyyy water-bath because I fear burning the chocolate in the microwave. But you can melt the chocolate in any way that suits you. Lightly drizzle or pour the melted chocolate over the yogurt (depending on the consistency you have managed to get the melted chocolate too). Cover and place in the fridge overnight (or for a minimum of 4 hours). In the morning (or after 4 hours) remove from the fridge and enjoy! Additions/ Toppings: Chia Seeds: You will notice that this recipe does not include chia seeds like many of the others do. I have not included chia seeds for one reason and one reason only – because although many do, there are also many people who don’t have chia seeds just laying around. BUT if you do have chia seeds on hand, then I do highly recommend adding a tsp or two into the oats (along with a bit of extra water). Other suggestions: Flax seeds Finely chopped nuts Chocolate chips Raspberries or Banana A tsp of Cottage Cheese (for additional protein) Nut butter Cinnamon FAQ: Can I meal prep this recipe? Absolutely! To meal prep this recipe, you can make multiple servings all in one go and then portion it out equally according to your preference. If you are going to opt for any additional toppings, I recommend adding them on top prior to serving. Can I use any type of oats? Technicallyyy speaking, yes. BUT rolled oats will always work best for overnight oats because of how absorbent they are. They also create the creamiest and least chewy texture as opposed to steal cut oats which stay very chewy. Instant oats on the other hand I wouldn’t really recommend because they become overtly soft and mushy very quickly. Can I make this protein chocolate overnight oats vegan? You can indeed! Substitute the honey with maple or agave syrup, and use plant-based/ dairy-free milk, yogurt, protein powder, and chocolate to make this recipe vegan-friendly. Can I eat chocolate protein overnight oats warm? Yes, if you would like to you can heat it up in the microwave before serving. Just bare in mind that the top layer of chocolate will melt – which can be a great thing too! How must I store this chocolate overnight oats? Store your overnight oats in a sealed container, jar, or a bowl covered with plastic wrap in the fridge overnight (or for a minimum of 4 hours). Can I put crunchy cereal or granola into the oats? If you are going to eat the oats right away then yes. If you’re planning on leaving it to sit for a few hours (or overnight) – then I’d say wait. The cereal – or granola – will also absorb liquid. This will result in them losing their crunch and becoming soft/ soggy. Rather add any crunchy bits on just before you eat the oats. Protein Chocolate Overnight Oats Who said that breakfast can’t taste like dessert AND be nutritionally dense?! This Chocolate Overnight Oats is high-protein, extremely quick and easy to make, and overall a great option if you are looking for a healthy meal – that will keep you satiated – to start your day. Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 10 minutes minsTotal Time 10 minutes mins Course BreakfastCuisine AmericanServings 1Calories 361 kcal Ingredients Oats:1/3 Cup Rolled Oats – 35g (substitute with gluten-free oats)15 g Chocolate Protein Powder (2 level tbsp)1/2 tsp Cocoa Powder1/4 Cup Low-Fat Milk – 60ml (substitute with full-fat or dairy-free alternatives)2 tbsp Low-Fat Plain Yogurt (substitute with full-fat or dairy-free alternatives)1 tbsp Water5 ml Honey (substitute with maple or agave syrup)Topping:40 g Low-Fat Plain Yoghurt (substitute with full-fat or dairy-free alternatives)5 g Chocolate Protein Powder (approximately 3 level tsp)2 blocks Milk Chocolate (substitute with dark chocolate) Instructions Oats:Combine the oats, protein powder, and cocoa powder in a bowl or jar.To the same bowl/ jar, add the milk, yogurt, water, and honey. Stir until everything is incorporated well. Set aside.Yogurt Topping:In a separate small bowl, mix yogurt and protein powder together.Spoon the yogurt directly over the oats.Chocolate Shell: (See Notes)Melt 2 small blocks of chocolate.Drizzle the melted chocolate over the yogurt layer.Refrigerate overnight and enjoy the following morning! Notes While you can prepare the oats up to 4 days in advance, the top chocolate layer can undergo some changes if left on top of the oats for a few days. To ensure the best results, add it over the yogurt layer the night before serving. Keyword Chocolate Overnight Oats, Healthy Overnight Oats Recipe, High Protein Overnight Oats, Overnight Oats, Overnight Oats Protein, Overnight Oats with Yogurt, Protein Overnight Oats, Protein Powder Overnight Oats If you try this recipe, let me know what you think in the comments below! with love, Lé similar postsBanana Overnight OatsStrawberry Overnight OatsChocolate Protein Mug Cake Chocolate Protein Mug CakeChocolate Protein Pancakes