High Protein Gingerbread Overnight Oats Recipe
These High Protein Gingerbread Overnight Oats are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that tastes like dessert but provides 27 grams of protein per serving. Perfect for a quick, healthy start to your day, these oats combine warm gingerbread spices with creamy oats and protein powder. Simply prep the night before and enjoy a satisfying, flavorful meal that keeps you energized all morning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes preparation plus 6 hours chilling
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats Base
- ¾ cup milk of choice (I used Fairlife 2%)
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Small gingerbread cookie
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium glass jar or container, add the milk, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, molasses, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jar or cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and soften.
- Serve and Garnish: When ready to eat, give the oats a good stir. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and/or a small gingerbread cookie if desired, then enjoy your nutritious breakfast!
Notes
- Use any milk of choice to suit dietary preferences – plant-based milks work well too.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying molasses and maple syrup quantities.
- Protein powder adds creaminess and boosts protein content; vanilla flavor complements gingerbread spices.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Optional toppings like whipped cream and gingerbread cookies enhance the dessert-like experience but can be omitted for a lighter meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 477 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: High Protein, Gingerbread, Overnight Oats, Breakfast, Healthy, Quick, Easy, Meal Prep
