High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe
This High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious and nutritious fall-inspired breakfast packed with 27 grams of protein per serving. Creamy oats combined with pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, chia seeds, and vanilla protein powder create a comforting and filling start to your day. Perfect for meal prep, it requires just minutes to prepare and can be refrigerated overnight for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or post-workout meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 1 serving (1 jar) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats Base
- ¾ cup milk of choice (e.g., Fairlife 2%)
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1–2 tbsp pure maple syrup (adjust to desired sweetness)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped pecans
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium glass jar or container, add the milk, rolled oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jar or container with a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the overnight oats from the refrigerator and stir if needed. Top with chopped pecans and/or a dollop of whipped cream as desired. Enjoy cold as a quick and protein-packed breakfast!
Notes
- Use your preferred milk to suit dietary needs (dairy, almond, soy, etc.).
- Adjust maple syrup quantity to control sweetness.
- For vegan option, use plant-based protein powder and milk.
- Chia seeds add fiber and omega-3 fatty acids while thickening the oats.
- Pumpkin pie spice can be adjusted or substituted with cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Can be made in bulk and stored for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 428 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 144 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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