These Vegan Overnight Oats really pack a punch! Full of protein, they make for the perfect hearty breakfast on the go!
I don't know about you, but I always seem to be rushing out the door and forgetting to grab something to eat for breakfast. They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and when I miss breakfast I end up feeling really groggy and my head always seems to be in a fog. One of the ways that I have made life easier for myself is making a batch of overnight oats on Sunday to last me throughout the week. These overnight oats are packed full of healthy, vegan protein and will keep you full and powered throughout the morning. You won't want to miss these!
For some other delicious recipes, check out these Vegan Blackberry Muffins with Almond Flour or these Vegan Lemon Poppyseed Muffins!
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What Makes This Recipe So Great?
- These oats are packed with protein while still being healthy!
- A power breakfast like this is guaranteed to last you through the whole morning.
- These are the perfect meal prep breakfast. I make a batch on Sunday and it lasts throughout the week!
- These overnight oats recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.
Ingredient Notes
- Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Oats- The base of this recipe is gluten-free oats. Oats do not naturally contain gluten, however, they are often processed in the same facilities that process gluten products such as wheat, barley, and rye. Make sure your oats are labeled as gluten-free.
- Vegan Greek Yogurt- To add moisture and protein to this recipe, I added some vegan greek yogurt. I like the texture of Greek yogurt better than regular vegan yogurt as it is thicker and packs more nutrients.
- Vegan Protein Powder- I used a pea protein powder in this recipe, pea protein is a vegan protein source and I was able to find some at my local Trader Joe's. I used the vanilla flavor.
- Peanut Butter-The peanut butter helps to add flavor and extra protein to the recipe. The creaminess of the peanut butter will help to make sure you feel full all morning long!
See the recipe card for the full ingredient list and quantities.
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and protein powder until well combined, set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the mashed banana, vegan greek yogurt, almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla.
- Add the dry oat mixture into the wet mixture and stir to combine.
- Spoon out the oatmeal mixture into 4-ounce mason jars
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
Hint: Top with some extra peanut butter before sealing to give even more flavor!
Substitutions
- Protein Powder - If you aren't a fan of protein powder, you can still keep this high protein by just using greek yogurt and peanut butter.
- Chia Seeds - The chia seeds can be replaced by flax seeds or left out entirely if you don't have any on hand.
- Almond Milk - Feel free to swap the almond milk with your favorite plant-based milk.
Variations
- Fruit - Swap the bananas and peanut butter and top with fresh blueberries, strawberries or jam!
- Pina Colada Flavor - Swap the peanut butter and banana for fresh pineapple and instead of almond milk, use coconut milk!
- Carrot Cake - Swap out the peanut butter and add shredded carrots and raisins!
- Apple Cinnamon- Swap out the peanut butter and stir in fresh diced apples and up the cinnamon to 1 tablespoon.
FAQ's
Yes! Overnight oats are very healthy! They are a great source of nutrition and the perfect on the go meal!
Yes! Overnight oats are perfectly safe to eat daily. Even though the oats are uncooked, the high amount of liquid will be absorbed into the oats overnight, softening them and making them easier to digest.
I find overnight oats to be a huge time saver in the mornings for me. They are easy to batch make and I don't have to wait around for my oatmeal to be cooked on the stove.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. See below for the equipment you will need to make this recipe.
- Glass Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mason Jars for storage
Storage
You can keep the overnight oats in airtight containers or in jars with lids for 5-7 days in the fridge.
Due to the high moisture content in the oats, I would not recommend freezing them.
Top tips
- The overnight oats thicken up considerably. If the oats are too thick for your preference, add a little more almond milk before serving.
- These oats can be served hot or cold. I love eating them cold but many enjoy warming them up!
- Make sure to use old-fashioned oats and not instant oats. The old-fashioned oats will hold up to the high moisture content and soak up overnight. If you use instant oats, they will break down.
Other Great Breakfast Ideas to Try!
- Breakfast Nachos
- Banana Carrot Muffins
- Dairy-Free Southwest Frittata
- Healthy Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
- Super Easy Dairy-Free Waffles
Vegan Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
Equipment
- 2 glass mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 4 4-ounce Glass Mason Jars
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Oats
- 4 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 3 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup Vegan protein powder
- ¾ cup Vegan Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons Maple syrup
- ¼ cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 bananas, mashed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and protein powder until well combined, set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the mashed banana, vegan greek yogurt, almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla.
- Add the dry oat mixture into the wet mixture and stir to combine.
- Spoon out the oatmeal mixture into 4-ounce mason jars
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
Notes
- The overnight oats thicken up considerably. If the oats are too thick for your preference, add a little more almond milk before serving.
- These oats can be served hot or cold. I love eating them cold but many enjoy warming them up!
- Make sure to use old-fashioned oats and not instant oats. The old-fashioned oats will hold up to the high moisture content and soak up overnight. If you use instant oats, they will break down.
Nutrition
Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Jessica says
I prepared this for my son to eat for breakfast this week prior to football practice. He can be kind of picky but he really liked it so yay!!!. It's the punch of protein he needs to get the day started.
Kristina says
This is one of my go to recipes for overnight oats, which I make at least once a week. I swap out the peanut butter for almond butter sometimes and it is still fantastic. Highly recommend this recipe!
Nancy says
I'm not a morning person so a recipe like yours is so perfect for me. These overnight oats are incredibly delicious and easy to make, will make again soon.
Elizabeth says
I’m so obsessed with overnight oats. They’re just so easy to make, and I love that if you don’t have much time in the morning you’ve already made your breakfast! Also, big fan of adding protein to meals so I love this.
Nora says
Overnight oats with protein powder! Never had them before, now I am a fan! Perfect to start a busy morning! Thanks!
Kyleigh says
My favorite easy breakfast!
Lindsay Howerton-Hastings says
This was SO good! Perfect for summer breakfast.
Sue says
I love the addition of protein powder to make my overnight oats even more nutritious!
Jill says
So good! This is going to be new go to overnight oats recipe!
Colleen says
A delicious and healthy way to start the day. Thanks for sharing.
Pam says
Our favorite breakfast!
Nadja says
The perfect make-ahead and on-the-go breakfast! Added to my recurring breakfast list.
Emily Flint says
This was so delcious!