High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe
This High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a nutritious and flavorful breakfast option that combines creamy oats with seasonal pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin pie spice. Enhanced with vanilla protein powder and chia seeds, it provides a balanced mix of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Perfect for a quick, make-ahead meal, it’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup and can be garnished with chopped pecans and whipped cream for extra texture and indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk of choice (Fairlife 2% recommended)
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1–2 tbsp pure maple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped pecans
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium glass jar or container, add the milk, rolled oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, pure maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the oats mixture to soak and thicken for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, so the flavors meld and the oats soften.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, stir the oats gently and top with chopped pecans and/or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Enjoy your nutritious and delicious pumpkin overnight oats cold.
Notes
- Use any type of milk based on your dietary preference—dairy or plant-based alternatives work well.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount to control sweetness; start with 1 tablespoon and increase as preferred.
- For added crunch and nutrients, toasted pecans are a great topping option.
- If you prefer a thicker texture, increase chia seeds to 1.5 tablespoons.
- This recipe can be prepared up to 3 days in advance for convenient meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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