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Back when I was working as a personal training manager for a fitness facility, many of my days started when the club opened at 5:30am. These 10-14 hour days were very busy, so prepping food for the week was a must to ensure I continued to eat healthy.
One of my go to breakfasts was overnight oats. I would prepare three days worth in half size Mason type jars and top with almonds and fresh fruit the day of. An easy meal to have at my desk.
Overnight oats are super creamy, incredibly tasty, and almost dessert like, especially the Dark Chocolate Cherry version. They are packed with good carbs, protein, and fat.
Just note: I wouldn’t recommend trying to make them last longer than 4 days as they tend to get watery.
To a successful busy AND healthy lifestyle,
Jen
Overnight Protein Oatmeal - 2 Ways
Servings: 1
Total time: 5 minutes prep + overnight soak
Ingredients
Blueberry and Almond Overnight Oats
- ½ cup thick oats (Thick oats are a must. You can use Gluten Free.)
- 1 scoop protein powder
- ½ cup dairy or nondairy milk of your choice
- 1-2 generous Tbsps of plain greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- a good dash cinnamon
- ¼-⅓ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 Tbsp sliced raw almonds
Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats
- ½ cup thick oats (Thick oats are a must. You can use Gluten Free.)
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
- 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup dairy or nondairy milk of your choice
- 1-2 generous Tbsps of plain greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- a good dash of cinnamon
- 1/2 cup frozen or fresh dark cherries
Directions
- Combine all ingredients except fruit and nuts in a small jar. Top with fruit and raw almond slices, if using. Put the lid on the jar and let sit in the fridge overnight.
- When ready to eat, stir oats with fruit and raw almond slices. Enjoy.
Notes:
- Overnight oats last 3-4 days in the fridge.
