Protein-Packed Cookie Dough Oats (Print out)

Delicious and protein-packed oats inspired by cookie dough.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats and Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 1/4 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
05 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

→ Cookie Dough Mix-ins

08 - 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
09 - 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips
10 - 1–2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
11 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, stir together oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined.
02 - Add peanut butter, chocolate chips, nuts (if using), and sea salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
03 - Divide mixture into two mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours) until oats are soft and mixture is thickened.
05 - Before serving, stir well. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired. Top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like cookie dough, but without the guilt!
  • Packed with protein to keep you satiated for hours.
02 -
  • Skip the sweetener initially; you can always adjust the sweetness in the morning depending on your mood.
  • Using classic almond butter adds a nice depth of flavor over peanut butter, so try it for a change!
03 -
  • Mix the oats and liquid well to avoid clumping—a smooth mixture is key!
  • Sometimes, tossing in some cinnamon can elevate the flavor even further, giving it a warm, cozy vibe.
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