Description
This High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a creamy, nutritious, and convenient breakfast option packed with protein and seasonal pumpkin flavors. Perfect for meal prep, it combines oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, and warming spices to fuel your day with wholesome ingredients and minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk (120g) (almond milk recommended; use dairy milk for higher protein)
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats (40g)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (60g)
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (30g)
- 1.5 tsp pure maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped nuts (for added texture)
- Reddi-wip
- Pumpkin pie spice (a little goes a long way!)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar, meal prep container, or bowl, add the milk, oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, cinnamon, and vanilla extract if using. Mix very well until all ingredients are fully combined. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavors as desired. The flavor will remain consistent after chilling, but the oats will thicken and become creamier.
- Refrigerate: Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let the mixture chill for a minimum of 2 hours to soften the oats. For the best, creamiest texture and flavor integration, allow it to sit overnight or approximately 8 hours.
- Serve and Garnish: Before eating, stir the oats if needed. Top with optional chopped nuts, Reddi-wip, and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for added flavor and texture. Enjoy cold straight from the fridge.
- Meal Prep Tips: Prepare multiple jars at once to save time during the week. These overnight oats stay fresh in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, making them a convenient grab-and-go breakfast.
Notes
- Use almond milk or any milk of your choice; dairy milk increases protein content.
- Adjust maple syrup to sweetness preference or substitute with other sweeteners.
- Adding chia seeds helps thicken and adds fiber and omega-3s.
- Vanilla extract is optional but enhances flavor.
- For vegan options, ensure your protein powder and toppings are plant-based.
- Overnight oats can be stored refrigerated up to 5 days for meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin overnight oats, high protein breakfast, easy overnight oats, pumpkin puree recipe, meal prep oats, healthy breakfast, protein oats
