High Protein Overnight Oats (No Protein Powder)

Ingredients

• 1 banana (mashed)
• 0.75 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
• 0.5 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1.25 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
• 5.3 oz Greek yogurt (reduced-fat (2% recommended))
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup creamy almond butter (unsweetened; peanut butter works too)

Steps

1. 1

   To a large bowl, add a banana and mash it thoroughly with a fork or masher.

2. 2

   Add old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon powder to the mashed banana.

3. 3

   Add the unsweetened almond milk and vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Add the reduced-fat Greek yogurt and almond butter.

5. 5

   Mix all ingredients together very well until fully combined.

6. 6

   Transfer the overnight oats mixture into 2 cups, mason jars, or bowls.

7. 7

   Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least two hours (or overnight) to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Top with fresh berries, sliced almonds, or other seasonal fruits like peaches, apples, or figs. You can also add walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds for extra crunch. Storage: These can be meal prepped several days in advance.

Nutrition per serving

• breakfast
• overnight oats
• high protein
• no cook
• meal prep
• vegetarian
• healthy