Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
These cookie dough overnight oats taste like a treat but still make a balanced breakfast. Each serving provides more than 25 grams of protein and only about 5 grams of sugar. Preparing them the night before helps save time and makes busy mornings much easier.
Overnight oats have become a favorite breakfast for many people because they are simple to prepare and easy to change with different flavors. With just a few ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can have a ready-to-eat meal waiting in the refrigerator.
This version brings the flavor of cookie dough into a healthy breakfast bowl. The oats turn soft and creamy as they sit overnight, while the chocolate chips and nut butter add the classic cookie dough taste.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THESE COOKIE DOUGH OVERNIGHT OATS
Dessert-like flavor: You get the taste of cookie dough while still using wholesome ingredients.
High in protein: Each serving contains more than 25 grams of protein, which helps keep you full for longer.
Low in sugar: With only about 5 grams of sugar, the oats stay lightly sweet without being overly sugary.
Great for meal prep: Preparing a batch ahead of time means breakfast is ready whenever you need it.
Easy to customize: You can switch the milk, nut butter, or toppings to match your taste.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED
Rolled oats: These form the base of the recipe. They soften nicely overnight while keeping a good texture.
Vanilla protein powder: Adds extra protein and helps create the cookie dough flavor. Both plant-based and whey protein powders can work well. Plant-based powders may need a little more milk since they absorb more liquid.
Chia seeds: Help thicken the oats while adding fiber and healthy fats.
Almond milk: Gives the oats a creamy texture. Any type of milk can work, but unsweetened almond milk keeps the sugar and calories lower.
Cashew butter: Adds richness and a smooth cookie dough flavor. Almond butter or peanut butter can also be used, though they have a stronger taste.
Maple syrup: Provides a light touch of natural sweetness.
Mini chocolate chips: A small amount of chocolate makes the oats taste closer to classic cookie dough.
HOW TO MAKE COOKIE DOUGH OVERNIGHT OATS
Step 1: Add the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt to a jar or container. Pour in the milk, then add the cashew butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Stir everything well until the mixture looks smooth. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Step 2: Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight. The oats will become thick and creamy as they sit. Before serving, stir the mixture and add a splash of milk if the texture feels too thick. Top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.
RECIPE TIPS
Allow enough chilling time: The oats need several hours to absorb the liquid. Letting them sit overnight usually gives the best texture.
Adjust the liquid if needed: Different protein powders absorb liquid differently. If the oats look too thick in the morning, simply mix in a little more milk.
Use mini chocolate chips: Smaller chips spread more evenly through the oats so each bite has a bit of chocolate.
HOW TO MEAL PREP AND STORE
These overnight oats are very convenient for meal prep. A larger batch can be prepared and divided into individual jars or containers for quick breakfasts during the week.
Before serving: Stir the oats well and add a small splash of milk if needed to loosen the texture.
For meal prep: Prepare the oats following the recipe and divide them into sealed containers. Let them chill overnight before eating.
For storage: Keep the oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 to 5 days.
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- Blueberry Chia Pudding
- Protein Chia Pudding
- Protein Overnight Oats
- Easy Oatmeal Porridge
- Matcha Chia Pudding
- Banana Bread Overnight Oats
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Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 scoop about 25–30g vanilla protein powder
- ½ tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Small pinch sea salt
- ¾ to 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk you prefer use about ¾ cup for whey protein or closer to 1 cup for plant-based protein
- ½ tablespoon cashew butter
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt in a mason jar or any container with a lid. Stir the dry ingredients so they are evenly mixed.
- Pour in the almond milk, then add the cashew butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture looks smooth and everything is fully combined.
- Mix in the mini chocolate chips so they spread evenly through the oats.
- Close the container and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight so the oats can soften and thicken.
- Before eating, stir the oats again. If the mixture feels too thick, add a small splash of milk. Finish with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.
Notes
- Protein powder: Both whey and plant-based protein powders work well in this recipe. Plant-based powders usually absorb more liquid, so adding closer to 1 cup of milk may help keep the oats creamy.
- Meal prep tip: This recipe works well for weekly breakfast prep. You can double or triple the ingredients and divide the mixture into several jars for quick meals during the week.
- Storage: Keep the prepared oats in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days. Stir well before serving and add a little milk if the texture becomes too thick.
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