Overnight Chocolate Protein-Powered Oats
A simple and delicious plant-based twist on traditional thick and creamy overnight oats, featuring oats, chia seeds, almond butter, banana, cocoa, and protein powder. Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. Enjoy with fresh berries and granola!
Ingredients
- ¾ cup rolled oats*
- 1½ Tbsp chia seeds
- 1½ cups non-dairy milk**
- 1 banana mashed
- 1 Tbsp almond butter
- 2 tsp cacao or cocoa powder
- 2 scoops plant-based chocolate protein powder
- ½ cup granola
- ½ cup fresh berries
- 2 tsp cacao nibs and/or shredded coconut optional
Instructions
- In a jar or bowl, stir together the oats, chia seeds, and plant milk. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours.
- When serving, stir together the mixture, then transfer ½ cup of the mixture to a separate bowl, and stir in the mashed banana and almond butter. Back in the remaining two-thirds bowl, stir in the cacao powder and protein powder.
- To serve, divide half of the chocolate mixture among four clear glasses or bowls, then layer in half of the banana-almond mixture, then add in the remaining chocolate mixture, followed by the remaining banana-almond mixture.
- Top with granola, fresh berries, banana slices, cacao nibs, shredded coconut, and/or almond butter, as desired.
Notes
* Oats. If you follow a gluten-free diet, please check the label to ensure the oats are certified gluten-free. Cross-contamination is possible with oats.
** You can use any non-dairy milk in this recipe. Both Oat + Nut Milk and Coco+Nut Milk are great options as they contain healthy fats to power you through the day.