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High Protein Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit

Published: Mar 24, 2022 by Lexi

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These easy, high protein overnight oats with frozen fruit are the perfect starting point for a delicious, nutritious breakfast. Just stir together 6 ingredients, add toppings, and let sit overnight! These overnight oats are also vegan and naturally gluten free.

This post is sponsored by Bob's Red Mill. All opinions are our own.

Protein overnight oats in glass jars with berry compote and fresh fruit on top.
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  • 🥣 Why We Love This Recipe
  • 🥄 Ingredients
  • 📋 Ingredient Notes
  • 🔪 Step-by-step Instructions
  • 💭 Expert Tips and FAQs
  • 🍽 Related Recipes
  • 📖 Recipe

🥣 Why We Love This Recipe

  • Protein-packed: I love a good savory protein-based breakfast, but it's not always as easy to prep ahead of time. With whole rolled oats and protein powder, these vegan overnight oats are absolutely packed with protein, and they're super convenient!
  • Easy prep: All you need to do is mix the ingredients, place the oats in the fridge overnight, and enjoy in the morning or bring on-the-go!
  • Frozen fruit: To add a bit of flavor and naturally sweetness to these protein overnight oats, we stir in a swirl of fruit "compote" made with frozen fruit. It's the easiest thing ever and tastes amazing!
  • Vegan: We use vegan protein powder (made with almonds) and oat milk to keep these easy overnight oats fully dairy free.

🥄 Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make these protein overnight oats:

Side view of ingredients needed for protein overnight oats, including oats, protein powder, milk and maple syrup.

📋 Ingredient Notes

  • Rolled oats: Bob's Red Mill Old Fashioned Rolled Oats are the best choice for these protein overnight oats! Unlike quick cooking oats, they give the overnight oats a bit of texture so it's not just a big gloopy mess. They also soak up liquid really well without congealing.
    • We love that Bob's Red Mill also offers certified gluten free oats for those with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivities!
  • Protein powder: Since we don't eat dairy, it can be challenging to find a vegan protein powder that doesn't have an off-putting flavor or texture. Luckily for us, Bob's Red Mill has a fantastic line of plant-based protein powders, including the Almond Protein Powder we used in this recipe!
    • It's finely ground into a creamy powder, so it blends well into smoothies, baked goods, and protein overnight oats!
    • Their almond protein powder is also keto-friendly, paleo-friendly, certified gluten free, non-GMO and kosher, so it works well for just about any diet out there!
    • You can order online or check out their store locator to find Bob's Red Mill products in thousands of stores across the country.
Side view of a bag of Bob's Red Mill Almond Protein Powder next to overnight oats in jar.
  • Nondairy milk: Feel free to use the nondairy milk of your choice. We personally prefer oat milk, but almond, cashew, soy, hemp, etc. will all work.
  • Sweetener: We like to use agave or maple syrup, but you could also opt for date syrup, brown sugar, or coconut sugar.
  • Cinnamon is optional, but adds a bit more natural sweetness and warmth.

🔪 Step-by-step Instructions

(1) In a mixing bowl, stir together oats, protein powder, cinnamon and salt. 

(2) In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup and vanilla, then pour over dry mixture and stir well to combine. 

before and after adding wet ingredients to dry ingredients for protein overnight oats.

(3) Cover the bowl (or transfer to tupperware) and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

(4) To serve, microwave frozen fruit of choice for 45-60 seconds, mash with the back of a fork, and swirl into the overnight oats (or serve on the bottom of the jar/container). Feel free to add other toppings, like granola, nut butter, nuts or seeds, coconut, etc. 

Protein overnight oats in a bowl and styled jars with different types of fresh fruit on top.

💭 Expert Tips and FAQs

  • The easiest frozen fruit "compote": To add more flavor and natural sweetness to these protein overnight oats, I make a super easy "compote" for the bottom of the jar. Simply pour some frozen fruit into a heat-safe bowl, microwave for 45-60 seconds, mash with the back of a fork and swirl into your oats. It's like jam, but without any added sugar (and so easy!). You can use pretty much any frozen fruit – my favorites are berries, mango and peaches.
  • Make it sugar free: leave out the maple syrup. It will still taste good, just a little less sweet! You can always add more fruit for natural sweetness.
  • For best results, let the oats sit (covered) overnight. If you're in a rush, 4 hours in the refrigerator will also do the trick.
  • For ultra creamy overnight oats, we'd recommend using oat or coconut milk. Soy, cashew or almond would all work well too.
  • Customization options:
    • Fruits: Blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries are all excellent toppers that add natural sweetness (and a pretty pop of color!).
    • Nuts/seeds: Sliced almonds, chia seeds, hemp seeds would all work here. We especially love putting pepitas or toasted coconut on our overnight oats.
    • Nut butters: Peanut, almond, or cashew butter add even more protein and flavor.
    • Yogurt: Yogurt will add additional creaminess and protein.
Protein overnight oats in glass jars with berry compote and fresh fruit on top.
How much protein is in these overnight oats?

One serving (a little over 1 cup) of these oats contains almost 25 grams of (plant based) protein, which is about 50% of the daily recommended amount!

How long can you store protein overnight oats in the fridge?

These will last for about 4-5 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If using the frozen fruit, they may start to separate/get soggy a day or two sooner. Note that they also taste best (and have the best texture) within 1-3 days.

What's the best way to store overnight oats?

If you're not adding any toppings/frozen fruit to the recipe, I like to store in one big container and just portion out a bowl every morning. If you want to add in toppings, it's better to store these in a small jar or individual-sized storage container. This also makes it much easier to grab on the go!

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Protein overnight oats in glass jars with berry compote and fresh fruit on top.

High Protein Overnight Oats


  • Author: Lexi
  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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These easy, high protein overnight oats with frozen fruit are the perfect starting point for a delicious, nutritious breakfast. Just stir together 6 ingredients, add toppings, and let sit overnight! These overnight oats are also vegan and naturally gluten free.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • ⅓ cup Bob’s Red Mill Almond Protein Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 ¼ cup nondairy milk (we used oat milk)
  • 2 tablespoons maple or agave syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For serving: ½ cup frozen fruit of choice (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, mango, etc)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together oats, protein powder, cinnamon and salt. 
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup and vanilla, then pour over dry mixture and stir well to combine. 
  3. Cover the bowl (or transfer to tupperware) and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. 
  4. To serve, microwave frozen fruit of choice for 45-60 seconds, mash with the back of a fork, and swirl into the overnight oats (or serve on the bottom of the jar/container). Feel free to add other toppings, like granola, nut butter, nuts or seeds, coconut, etc. 

Notes

Storage: These will last for about 4-5 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If using the frozen fruit, they may start to separate/get soggy a day or two sooner. Note that they also taste best (and have the best texture) within 1-3 days.

Make it sugar free: leave out the maple syrup. It will still taste good, just a little less sweet! You can always add more fruit for natural sweetness.

For best results, let the oats sit (covered) overnight. If you're in a rush, 4 hours in the refrigerator will also do the trick.

For ultra creamy overnight oats, we'd recommend using oat or coconut milk. Soy, cashew or almond would all work well too.

Topping ideas: fresh fruit, nut butter, chopped nuts or seeds, coconut, chocolate chips, etc. 

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 18.6 g
  • Sodium: 342 mg
  • Fat: 3.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 53.2 g
  • Fiber: 5.5 g
  • Protein: 24.6 g

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