Description
These High Protein Gingerbread Overnight Oats are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines warm gingerbread spices with a protein-packed blend, making it taste like dessert but eat like a meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk of choice (e.g., 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, combine the milk, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, molasses, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Before serving, give the oats a good stir. Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream and/or a small gingerbread cookie for an extra festive touch. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and vegan protein powder.
- You can swap molasses for honey or brown sugar, but molasses gives the authentic gingerbread flavor.
- Adjust sweetness level by increasing or reducing maple syrup according to preference.
- Chia seeds add thickness and extra fiber; omit if desired but expect a thinner texture.
- Prepare the night before for best flavor and texture.
- These oats keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 477 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
