What’s better than a nutritious bowl of strawberry protein overnight oats? How about one that tastes just like strawberry milkshake AND is filling, healthy, and easy to prepare? It’s the perfect post-workout breakfast or snack after exercise – let’s dive in…
Strawberry Protein Oats Benefits
These strawberry overnight oats are packed with protein, fibre, and slow-release carbs to keep you feeling full until lunch.
Oats
The unassuming hero of your breakfast routine, oats bring a low-glycemic, high-fiber profile to your breakfast. This helps to stabilise blood sugar levels and ensure a gradual release of energy throughout the day.
Milk
Whether you opt for dairy richness or the subtlety of soy, almond, or oat milk, this component brings a creamy texture while contributing essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.
Protein soy milk has the highest protein content, followed by dairy, and then normal soy milk, so these are all ideal options for high-protein recipes.
Strawberry Protein Powder
Adding strawberry protein powder to your oats intensifies the flavour and helps give it those milkshake vibes. You can use a different flavour, such as vanilla or chocolate if you like, but we love the double dose of strawberry protein and fresh berries on top. Protein powder supports muscle repair and growth after a workout so is ideal for a post-exercise snack.
You might also like… Our complete guide to protein oats.
Greek Yoghurt
Adding a dollop or two of creamy Greek yoghurt enhances the texture and significantly boosts the protein content too. It’s one of those high-protein oat bowl ingredients that we love as a healthy topping. Plus, this tangy delight also contains probiotics which can aid gut health.
Fresh Strawberries
And last but definitely not least, there are the stars of the show: fresh juicy strawberries. They’re a sweet and tasty topping that pair perfectly with wholesome oats and creamy yoghurt. Plus, they’re rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and anthocyanins, so provide immunity-boosting goodness too.
Ingredients & Recipe
Here’s exactly how to prepare these delicious strawberry protein oats…
Strawberry Milkshake Protein Overnight Oats
A strawberry protein overnight oats recipe that tastes just like strawberry milkshake AND is filling, healthy, and easy to prepare. It’s the perfect post-workout breakfast or snack after exercise.
Ingredients
- ½ cup or 40g rolled oats
- ½ cup or 120ml almond milk
- 1 scoop of strawberry protein powder
- 2 dessert spoons of Greek yogurt
- 6-8 fresh strawberries (washed and sliced)
Instructions
- Place rolled oats, milk, and protein powder into a mason jar.
- Stir until everything is thoroughly mixed together, the oats are covered in liquid and powder has dissolved.
- Place the top on and store in the refrigerator overnight, for a minimum of 4 hours.
- In the morning, stir, then top with the Greek yogurt and sliced strawberries.
Optional & Alternative Ingredients
Here are some optional and alternative ingredient substitutions that work well in this recipe…
- Chia Seeds: For those who relish a chewy crunch, chia seeds are an excellent addition. They contribute omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and a unique texture.
- Almond Butter: Elevate your protein intake and introduce a nutty richness with a spoonful of almond butter. The fusion with strawberries is divine.
- Fresh Raspberries: Make a great alternative to strawberries as a topping.
- Sliced Banana: Will make this breakfast even more filling and add extra quick-release energy if you’re having it before a workout instead of after.
There you have it, a protein-packed strawberry oats recipe that’s quick and tasty. Infuse your mornings with a burst of flavour, texture, and nutritional excellence by whipping up a bowl or two. Now go enjoy your healthy breakfast! ????????
FAQs
Here are some of the most common queries about these protein-packed strawberry oats…
Q: Can I opt for flavoured milk instead of regular milk?
A: Yes, strawberry-flavoured milk can enhance the berrylicious taste (but may contain added sugar and other ingredients so read the label carefully).
Q: Is it possible to prepare these oats in advance?
A: Absolutely! The beauty of these oats lies in their convenience. Prepare a batch, store in the fridge, and relish effortless mornings throughout the week. Get inspired with even more oat recipes.
Q: Can frozen strawberries be used?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries in these oats but we’d recommend allow them to thaw slightly and mixing them into the oats (they’re a bit soggy as a topping so we don’t recommend using them on top).
