Description
This High Protein Gingerbread Overnight Oats recipe combines the comforting flavors of gingerbread with a nutritious boost of protein, perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast. Creamy oats soaked overnight absorb warm spices, molasses, and protein powder to create a satisfying and wholesome meal that feels indulgent but fuels your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats
- ¾ cup milk of choice (I used 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
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Small gingerbread cookie
Instructions
- Combine ingredients. In a medium glass jar or container, stir together the milk, rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, molasses, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger until well combined.
- Refrigerate overnight. Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Serve with toppings. Before eating, optionally garnish the oats with a little whipped cream and/or a small gingerbread cookie for extra flavor and indulgence.
Notes
- These oats contain 27 grams of protein making them a great meal replacement, not just a snack.
- Use your preferred milk type such as dairy or plant-based for different dietary needs.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of molasses or maple syrup.
- Chia seeds add fiber and help thicken the oats, but can be omitted if desired.
- Letting the oats soak overnight improves texture and flavor absorption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 477 kcal
- Sugar: 27 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: 0 mg
