High-Protein Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats (Meal Prep)
Creamy overnight oats made with Greek yogurt for extra protein. Simple, filling, and customizable with your favorite mix-ins.
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 & 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, 2% or 0%
- 1 cup milk of choice dairy, oat, almond, etc.
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey adjust to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Optional mix-ins:
- 1-2 tbsp seeds or flaxseed adds protein and fiber
- ½ cup fresh or frozen berries
- 2-3 tbsp nuts or nut butter for extra protein and healthy fat
- 1 scoop protein powder if you want to boost protein further
Instructions
- Add the Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract in a large Tupperware and mix until combined.1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 cup milk of choice, 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Add in the oats, salt, and cinnamon and whisk to combine again.1 & 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ tsp ground cinnamon, Pinch of salt
- Stir in protein powder or chia seeds if using.
- Fold in berries, nuts, or nut butter as desired.
- Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6–8 hours (or overnight).
- Stir before eating. Top with extra fruit, nut butter, or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
Tips for Meal Prep
• Portion into individual jars for grab-and-go breakfasts.
• Keeps in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.
• If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk to reach your preferred consistency.
• For extra flavor, try toasted coconut, cacao nibs, or a sprinkle of granola just before serving.
• Portion into individual jars for grab-and-go breakfasts.
• Keeps in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.
• If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk to reach your preferred consistency.
• For extra flavor, try toasted coconut, cacao nibs, or a sprinkle of granola just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 387Calories | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 203IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 314mg | Iron: 2mg