These protein overnight oats are creamy, filling, and endlessly customizable — perfect for a quick, no-fuss breakfast that actually keeps me full till lunch. I show you how to make two different versions. PS. Also great as a post-workout meal or dessert!
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This protein overnight oats recipe has been a repeat player in my kitchen for months now. It’s one of those “prep it and forget it” kind of breakfasts that somehow feels a bit fancy even though it takes ten minutes to make.
The base is thick, creamy, and lightly sweet from vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, and milk. Then you get two topping options that turn this into something you’ll actually look forward to eating: white chocolate raspberry (tangy, sweet, creamy) and Biscoff peanut berry (like dessert but still solidly breakfast).
Macros are great too — about 37 grams protein and 530 calories per serve depending on your protein powder brand.
No cooking, just a little stir and chill. This is my summer fridge staple but also great warmed up! Let me break down the two versions in this recipe post.
White Chocolate Raspberry Oats
A creamy drizzle of melted white chocolate mixed with milk, topped with juicy raspberries. Sweet, tangy, and a little bit luxurious. Optional swaps: blueberries or strawberries or milk chocolate.
Creamy Biscoff Peanuts & Berries
Melted Biscoff spread mixed with milk drizzled on top, with crunchy roasted peanuts and some fresh berries. Think cookie spread meets PB&J, with a grown-up twist. Optional swaps: choose other nuts or seeds, try hazelnut or pistachio spread instead of Biscoff.
👩🍳 You might also like my other high-protein recipes: avocado cottage cheese toast, quinoa breakfast bowl, high-protein banana bread, Chai banana protein smoothie, Snickers protein smoothie, or check out more high-protein snacks here.
What You’ll Need
Here is what you’ll need for this protein overnight oats recipe. Find the full measurements in the recipe card below.
Protein Oats Base:
- Rolled oats: go for old-fashioned for the best texture.
- Vanilla protein powder: I used Amino Z’s Vanilla Creamy—any whey or plant-based one works.
- Greek yogurt: adds creaminess and a tangy note, and extra protein.
- Milk of choice: I used lactose-free whole milk, but almond, oat, or skim all work fine.
White Chocolate Raspberry Topping
- White chocolate: just a little bit goes a long way. Can swap with milk or dark chocolate.
- Raspberries: fresh for the best zing, but frozen works too.
Biscoff Topping
- Biscoff spread: sweet, spiced, caramel-y cookie goodness in a jar.
- Crushed roasted peanuts: for a salty, crunchy contrast. Swap for toasted almonds or hazelnuts.
- Berries: raspberries or blueberries are both great here.
How To Make Protein Overnight Oats
Find the full recipe and nutritional information below. Here are some handy step-by-step photos for how to make overnight protein oats.
White Chocolate Raspberry
- Mix oats, protein powder, milk, and yogurt in a bowl. Mash a few raspberries into the base.
- Melt white chocolate with a splash of milk; whisk until smooth.
- Pour oat mix into a container or a jar. Drizzle with white chocolate and top with raspberries.
- Chill for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight.
Creamy Biscoff Oats
- Mix oats, protein powder, milk, and yogurt in a bowl.
- Melt Biscoff spread with a bit more milk; whisk until smooth. Add an extra splash of milk when whisking, if needed.
- Pour oat mix into s containers or a jar.
- Drizzle with chosen topping and sprinkle with peanuts and berries. Feel free to pop on a Biscoff cookie.
- Chill for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight.
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Recipe Tips
- Use a high-quality protein powder—some blends clump or taste chalky. I always choose the brand that’s not too sweet so I can add my own sweeteners if I like. You can use unflavored protein powder and add a splash of vanilla extract.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds to boost fiber and omega-3s.
- Want it less sweet? Omit the chocolate and top with plain berries and nuts.
- Warm it up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if you prefer it cozy in the morning.
- Swap the Biscoff for peanut butter, almond butter, pistachio cream, or Nutella for more options.
- Storage Tips: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container. These don’t freeze well due to the yogurt and oats, so keep it chill and eat soon. To store the oats, you can use a Pyrex glass container, a jar with a lid, or a regular bowl with some Cling wrap over the top.
Serving Suggestions
I love eating mine straight out of the fridge on a warm day, but you can also heat them up gently. Pair with a coffee or a green smoothie (such as my green goddess smoothie), and you’ve got a full meal situation.
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Ingredients
Protein Oats Base
- ½ cup rolled oats about 1.5 oz or 40 grams
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder about 1 oz or 30 grams, I used Vanilla Creamy by Amino Z.
- ½ cup milk of choice 120 ml, I used lactose-free whole milk
- ⅓ cup light Greek yogurt about 2.5 oz or 70 grams
White Chocolate Raspberry
- 1 tablespoon white chocolate chopped, about 20 grams or 2-3 squares
- 2 oz fresh raspberries about 60 grams or 15 berries
Biscoff Peanut Berry
- 2 teaspoons smooth Biscoff spread about 18 grams
- 1 teaspoon crushed roasted peanuts
- A few raspberries or other berries
Instructions
- Base Oats: In a medium bowl, mix oats, protein powder, yogurt, and milk (minus the milk used for toppings). For raspberry oats, mash a few berries into the mixture.
- White Chocolate Topping: Microwave white chocolate with 1 tablespoon milk for 30 seconds. Whisk until smooth.
- Biscoff Topping: Microwave Biscoff with 2 tablespoons milk for 30 seconds. Whisk until smooth. Add a little more milk if it’s too thick and getting smooth.
- Transfer oat mix to a jar or container.
- Top with either white chocolate and raspberries, or Biscoff, peanuts, and berries.
- Store in the fridge for 4–6 hours or overnight before eating.
Notes
- Nutrition macros below are for the white chocolate & raspberry version. It’s very similar for the Biscoff one.
- Use a high-quality protein powder—some blends clump or taste chalky. I use whey protein powder and always choose the brand that’s not too sweet so I can add my own sweeteners if I like. I used Amino Z brand here. You can use unflavored protein powder and add a splash of vanilla extract.
- Want it less sweet? Omit the chocolate and top with plain berries and nuts.
- Warm it up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if you prefer it cozy in the morning.
- Swap the Biscoff for peanut butter, almond butter, pistachio cream, or Nutella for more options.
- Storage Tips: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container. These don’t freeze well due to the yogurt and oats, so keep it chill and eat soon. To store the oats, you can use a Pyrex glass container, a jar with a lid, or a regular bowl with some Cling wrap over the top.
- Can I use instant oats instead of rolled oats? Technically, yes, but they’ll get a bit too mushy. Rolled oats hold their texture better. Having said that, if you want protein oats that don’t need to sit in the fridge for a few hours, instant oats are great. Mix and set for 20 minutes while you shower and they’ll be ready.
- What if I don’t have protein powder? You can skip it, just reduce the milk a bit. It won’t be as high-protein but still tasty.
- Can I make this dairy-free? Yes! Use plant-based protein, yogurt, and milk. Almond yogurt and pea protein work great.
- What is Biscoff? Biscoff is a type of cookie spread made from speculoos cookies, which are crisp, caramelized shortcrust biscuits originally from Belgium. They have this lovely warm spiced flavor—think cinnamon, brown sugar, and a little caramel.
- Is Biscoff healthy? It’s a sweet treat—think of it like peanut butter’s dessert cousin. Totally fine in small amounts.
- Can I add chia seeds? Absolutely! Add 1 teaspoon if you want extra fiber and thickness. You can also use flaxseeds to boost fiber and omega-3s.
I’ve been coming back around to oats with more protein and this recipe never fails. I make 3-5 jars at a time for the week and I like your ratio of protein powder to yogurt. It keeps the flavor balanced and not too much like whey. Also LOVE the Biscoff oats, I’m definitely a sweet breakfast kind of gal!