Cinnamon Overnight Oats with Protein Powder

by Jessica Selensky on January 17, 2024 1 comment

Cinnamon Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast when you are on the go. This breakfast recipe is easy to make and filled with protein to start the day.

Cinnamon overnight oats in a bowl topped with blueberries.

We all have those mornings where we want something for breakfast as soon as possible without lifting a finger.

This is the perfect moment for prepping overnight oats. They are easy to make and ready for whenever you need them.

One of the best parts about making overnight oats is that you can add any flavors or toppings that you desire or what you have on hand.

This recipe highlights the warming flavor of cinnamon.

You can top the Cinnamon Overnight Oats with your favorite fruit, nuts, seed and anything else your heart desires.

Main Ingredients

Rolled Oats
Protein Powder
Cinnamon
Maple Syrup
Almond Milk
Chia Seeds

Cinnamon Overnight Oats ingredients measured out in bowls.

What is the best protein powder to use in this recipe?

As always, use what you have on hand! However, if you don’t have protein powder you can omit from the recipe.

See instructions in the FAQ section for what to do when you don’t have protein powder.

Now, which protein powder is the best to use?

There really isn’t a “best” option besides what’s accessible to you and the one you enjoy consuming.

Some of my favorites are Truvani’s Vanilla Protein Powder or Orgain’s Vanilla Protein Powder.

How to Make Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Add the rolled oats, protein powder and cinnamon into the mason jar
Mix until combined then add the almond milk and maple syrup
Add in the chia seeds
Mix again until fully combined
Store in a fridge for 8 hours (or overnight)
When ready to eat remove from the fridge
Give the oats a mix before serving
Add your desired toppings, I like to add cinnamon and fresh fruit such as blueberries
Enjoy!

Making Cinnamon Overnight Oatmeal in a mason jar. — Add the rolled oats to your mason jar

Making overnight oatmeal in a mason jar — Add all of the other ingredients to the mason jar

Mixed cinnamon overnight oatmeal in a mason jar. — Mix until fully combined and store in the fridge for 8+ hours

Ready to eat cinnamon overnight oats — When ready to eat, serve in a bowl or enjoy directly from the mason jar

Cinnamon overnight oats topped with blueberries — Top with your desired toppings and enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don’t have protein powder to add or don’t want add it?

Decrease the almond milk amount to 2/3 of a cup. You don’t want it to be too much liquid.

Can I eat the overnight oats before 8 hours?

I recommend 8 hours but at a minimum of 3 to 4 hours for the oats to soften enough. However, it is best after 8+ hours.

Are there other sweeteners I can use instead of maple syrup?

Yes! You can also use honey or date syrup to sweeten the overnight oats. I recommend a liquid sweetener to incorporate with the overnight oats mixture.

What are the best mix-ins and toppings?

A favorite is always peanut butter. It adds such a delicious flavor to the oats. However, you can keep it simple with nuts, seeds, fresh or frozen fruit and nut butters of choice.

What is the best way to store overnight oats?

Store in a mason jar or sealable container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also store in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.

Cinnamon overnight oats served in a bowl and topped with cinnamon and fresh blueberries.

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