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Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats

Chelsea Plummer | Mae's Menu
These Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats are rich, creamy, and taste like dessert while packing serious staying power. With 29 grams of protein and just five simple ingredients, they’re perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a healthy snack you’ll actually look forward to eating. Prep them in minutes and let the fridge do the work.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 417 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup oatmeal old-fashioned rolled oats or instant oats
  • ½ tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons protein powder or collagen peptides chocolate or unflavored
  • 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips plus more to serve (optional)
  • 1 cup Fairlife filtered chocolate milk or regular chocolate milk; see notes below

Instructions
 

  • Combine the oatmeal, chia seeds, protein powder, and mini chocolate chips in a sealable jar or container.
  • Secure the lid and shake until the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Add the chocolate milk, re-seal the lid, and shake again until fully mixed.
  • Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight if using old-fashioned oats, or 2–3 hours if using instant oats.
  • Enjoy the oats cold, or warm them gently in the microwave for 1–2 minutes for cozy chocolate protein oatmeal. Add extra chocolate chips if desired and dig in!

Notes

  • Choose your oats based on timing. Instant or quick oats soften in just 2–3 hours and have a creamier texture, making them ideal for last-minute prep, while old-fashioned oats need an overnight soak and offer a heartier bite.
  • Shake or stir really well. Protein powder can clump if it isn’t fully mixed, so give everything a good shake (or stir thoroughly) before refrigerating for the smoothest texture.
  • Adjust thickness after chilling. If the oats are thicker than you like the next morning, simply stir in a splash of milk to loosen them up.
  • Warm them gently if desired. These oats are great cold, but you can microwave them on low heat for 1–2 minutes for cozy chocolate oatmeal without affecting the texture.
Recipe Variations
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate — Stir in peanut butter powder or drizzle peanut butter on top before serving for extra richness.
  • Double Chocolate — Use chocolate protein powder instead of unflavored for a deeper, dessert-like chocolate flavor.
  • Berry Chocolate — Top with fresh berries for a bright, fruity contrast.
  • Banana Chocolate — Add sliced banana for natural sweetness and a creamier texture.
  • Extra Chocolate Chips — Sprinkle on additional mini chocolate chips just before serving for extra crunch and indulgence.
Storage Directions
  • Refrigerating: Store prepared chocolate protein overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Transfer individual portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and stir well before eating. The texture may change slightly, but they will still be delicious.

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 29gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 4gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 352IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 440mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats
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