High Protein Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats
I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season than waking up to sunshine in a jar: enter High Protein Peaches and Cream overnight oats. This healthy breakfast recipe tastes like dessert and with only minutes to make it and so many nutritional benefits, you’ll want to add this to summer routine!
Did you ever eat those instant oatmeal packets when you were a kid? My absolute favourite, without a doubt, was the peaches and cream flavour. Now that I’m all grown up, and prefer to make food from scratch, recreating a version of that very same peaches n’ cream flavour is a must as soon as peaches come into season!
Why you’ll love these High Protein Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats
It’s filled with protein and fibre, making it filling and healthy.
It travels well so it’s a great option if you have busy mornings.
It can be prepared in advance, and stored for 5 days in the fridge
It’s creamy, delicious and summery!
Are Overnight Oats Healthy?
YES! Overnight Oats are filled with wholesome ingredients. They are gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a great addition to any diet that has those restrictions.
Chia seeds are a powerhouse super food. They are a micronutrient that hold many of the vitamins and minerals our bodies need everyday. They are high in fibre and healthy omega fatty acids, and are also a great source of plant-based protein.
With the addition of a scoop vanilla protein powder, we’ve added a whopping 17 extra grams of protein!
High Protein Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats
Ingredients:
1 cup of old fashioned rolled oats (gluten free)
2 heaping tsp chia seeds
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch of salt
2 cups milk (I used unsweetened almond milk)
1 tsp maple syrup (if your protein powder is sweetened, you may want to omit this)
2 peaches, divided
optional toppings : chopped walnuts or pecans, 1 tbsp nut butter, granola, more maple syrup (to taste)
Directions:
In a container with a tight fitting lid, combine the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, protein powder and salt. Stir to combine.
Add in the milk, maple syrup and 1 chopped peach. Stir well. Cover and store in the fridge overnight or at least 5 hours. If possible, stir the oatmeal a couple of times while it sits.
When ready to serve, the oatmeal should be nice and thick. Spoon it into 2-4 individual bowls and top with slices of the other peach. Garnish with a little granola, chopped nuts, or nut butter, if desired!
Don’t let the summer pass you by without making this delicious and healthy make ahead high protein Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats. It’s the perfect, healthy, grab-and-go breakfast or snack for busy families!
Want more breakfast recipe inspiration?
High Protein Watermelon Smoothie
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