Decadent Creamy High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious start with these creamy high protein pumpkin overnight oats, perfect for busy mornings.
Equipment
- - Large bowl
- - Small bowl
- Whisk
- jars or containers
Ingredients
For the Oats Base
- 2 cups Rolled Oats opt for old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups Almond Milk or any neutral plant-based milk
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree recommend Libby’s for consistency
- 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder choose a flavor you enjoy
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds freshly ground is best
- 2 tablespoons Hemp Seeds optional but recommended
For the Sweetness and Flavor
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or honey as a substitute
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon freshly ground spices elevate flavor
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg freshly ground spices elevate flavor
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger freshly ground spices elevate flavor
- 0.5 teaspoon Cloves freshly ground spices elevate flavor
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea Salt
Optional Toppings
- 0.5 cups Toasted Walnuts
- 0.5 cups Pomegranate Seeds
- 0.25 cups Chopped Dates
Instructions
How to Make Creamy High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats
- In a large bowl, whisk together the almond milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla protein powder until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the spices, chia seeds, and hemp seeds together.
- Pour the wet mixture into the larger bowl, then add the rolled oats and dry spice mix. Stir until well mixed.
- Divide the mixture into 4 jars, ensuring oats are submerged in liquid. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, stir the oats. Add almond milk if needed for consistency, and top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Microwave individual portions for warm oats if desired.