These Cookies & Cream Protein Overnight Oats are chocolatey, creamy, and topped with a delicious & sweet Oreo crumble. These oats are a fun and nutritious way to kick start to your day!
Overnight Oats are one of my favorite breakfasts of all time because they are so easy to make and customizable! They only take 5 minutes to prepare and require no baking. The flavors that you can create are endless as well! You have to try my Banana Bread Protein Overnight Oats too!
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Ingredients
- Oats – Could have guessed that one right? Be sure to use old fashioned rolled oats! You can not substitute for quick oats or steel cut oats because they don’t absorb liquid the same way rolled oats do. You will need 1/2 a cup.
- Almond Milk – I used unsweetened vanilla flavored almond milk. You can use any kind of milk you would like though, such at oat milk. You will need 1/2 cup of milk.
- Greek Yogurt – Use 1/2 cup of plain, non-fat Greek yogurt for added protein and creaminess!
- Vanilla Protein Powder – Use 15 grams of your preferred protein powder. My personal favorite is the Prozis Natural Real Whey Protein Powder. You can use the code “KATIE10” for 10% off as well. I work closely with this brand and they are just the absolute best.
- Cookies & Cream Protein Powder – My two favorite cookies & cream protein powders are by the brands Prozis and Flexible Dieting Lifestyle. The flavor is right on with both of these! You can get the Prozis Cookies & Cream Protein Powder here and use that same discount code above for 10% off.
- Sugar Free Syrup – I use a generic store brand sugar free breakfast syrup such as this one, but feel free to use any liquid sweetener of choice, or none at all. I did 1 tablespoon, but you don’t need it if you top your oats with a cookie!
- Oreo (Optional) – I had an extra sweet tooth when I made this can you tell? I did crush up one Oreo on top of my overnight oats before digging in. I have a great low sugar alternative cookie you can use down below under substitutions by Prozis.
How To Make
Overnight oats require zero effort and are SO quick to prepare.
- Grab a mason jar or Tupperware and combine everything except for the Oreo cookie and Greek yogurt! Give it a really good mix.
- Top your mason jar off with the Greek yogurt and cover your oats with a lid.
- Refrigerate the oats overnight, or for a minimum of 4 hours. When you are ready to enjoy them, crumble an Oreo cookie on top and dig in!
Are Overnight Oats Healthy?
Yes! Oats are packed with nutrients and vitamins. You are getting complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats all in one meal. Overnight Oats are a great meal to start off your day because they will keep you full and you can just grab them and go if you are in a hurry in the morning.
Here are some awesome nutritional perks to these Cookies & Cream Protein Overnight Oats:
- Oats – Oats are full of whole grains and a type of fiber called beta-glucan, which helps with cholesterol, blood sugar levels, and helps keep you fuller longer. They are also loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant plant compounds.
- Greek Yogurt – Greek yogurt is full of protein, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals such as Vitamin B-12, calcium, and iodine.
- Protein Powder – Good source of protein and helps keep you fuller longer. The type of protein I use by Prozis also has so many awesome ingredients! It is naturally sweetened with stevia extract, has no artificial colorings or flavors, and contains BCAAs. You can use the code “KATIE10” for 10% off as well.
Why Is Consuming Protein Important?
- Protein is nutrient-rich, so it helps you stay fuller longer. You are more likely to eat less when you have high protein meals because you won’t have the munchies!
- It boosts your metabolism & increases fat burning.
- It increases muscles & strength. If you are lifting weights and not eating enough protein, you aren;t going to see much of a difference!
- It lowers your blood pressure.
Optional Add Ins/Substitutions
As I mentioned above, overnight oats are extremely customizable. Here are some optional add ins/substitutions:
- Almond Milk – Use any milk of choice. I would recommend doing an unsweetened non-dairy milk of some sort though to keep the calories low and have no extra added sugar.
- Chia Seeds – You can add a spoonful of chia seeds to your overnight oats for added nutrients! Chia seeds are rich in rich in minerals, omega-3 fat, antioxidants, and fiber.
- Syrup – I use a sugar-free generic brand breakfast syrup, but you can use any liquid sweetener of choice such as pure maple syrup, honey, or liquid stevia drops. I personally prefer using a sugar free breakfast syrup because there are only 5 calories in 1 tablespoon. I think they give the oats the perfect amount of sweetness but you can completely omit the syrup if you would like as well.
- Protein Powder – You can substitute any type of protein powder that you prefer. I personally used Prozis Natural Real Whey Vanilla Protein Powder & FDL Cookies & Cream Protein Powder. Don’t like/want protein powder? You can completely omit it and just use a little less liquid so your oats aren’t watery.
- Oreo – A great substitution to an Oreo is by one of my favorite brands again, Prozis! They make a very low sugar copycat Oreo cookie. You can find them here and use the code “KATIE10” for 10% off your entire order!
How Do You Eat Overnight Oats?
I get this question A LOT! I know it may sound odd at first, but you actually eat these cold! That is why they are so nice for when you are on the go because you do not have to heat them up. The oats soak up a lot of the moisture when they soak overnight and become super soft and delicious when you enjoy them in the morning!
How Long Do Overnight Oats Stay Good For?
You can keep your overnight oats in the fridge for up to 3 days. If they go any longer than that, I feel like they can be too mushy if you know what I’m saying! When I am meal prepping overnight oats, I will make 3 days worth in advance so I am not spending much time in the kitchen during the week!
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Cookies & Cream Protein Overnight Oats
These Cookies & Cream Protein Overnight Oats are chocolatey, creamy, and topped with a delicious & sweet Oreo crumble. These oats are a fun and nutritious way to kick start to your day!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Grab a mason jar or Tupperware and combine everything except for the Oreo cookie and Greek yogurt! Give it a really good mix.
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Top your mason jar off with the Greek yogurt and cover your oats with a lid.
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Refrigerate the oats overnight, or for a minimum of 4 hours. When you are ready to enjoy them, crumble an Oreo cookie on top and dig in!
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 265kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 15mg5%
- Sodium 570mg24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 36g72%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Please note that my nutrition label is approximate and can have slight rounding. These macros do not include adding an Oreo cookie on top.
