Protein-Packed Cookie Dough Oats (Printer Friendly)

Start your day with delicious protein cookie dough oats.

# What You Need:

→ Oats and Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 1/4 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
05 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)

→ Cookie Dough Mix-ins

08 - 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
09 - 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips
10 - 1–2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
11 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, stir together oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined.
02 - Add peanut butter, chocolate chips, nuts (if using), and sea salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
03 - Divide mixture into two mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours) until oats are soft and mixture is thickened.
05 - Before serving, stir well. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired. Top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes just like cookie dough—seriously!
  • You're getting a head start on your protein for the day without even trying.
02 -
  • Don't skip overnight chilling; it transforms the texture entirely.
  • Discovering that you can mix the flavors by using different nut butters keeps things exciting.
03 -
  • Use a whisk for a smoother mix to avoid clumps.
  • Try different flavors of protein powder for a unique twist each time.
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