Matcha Protein Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats infused with matcha and protein powder for a nourishing breakfast ready overnight.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
04 - 1 scoop (about 1 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
08 - Fresh berries
09 - Sliced banana
10 - Toasted coconut flakes
11 - Chopped nuts
# Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the oats, chia seeds, matcha powder, and protein powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
02 - Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until completely combined, breaking up any lumps of matcha or protein powder.
03 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften.
04 - In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired creamy texture.
05 - Divide the overnight oats into two bowls or jars. Top with fresh berries, sliced banana, toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or your preferred toppings before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The energy boost from matcha feels cleaner and steadier than coffee
- Protein keeps you satisfied straight through until lunch without any crash
02 -
- Matcha can clump stubbornly so whisk it with the dry ingredients before adding any liquid
- The texture continues thickening overnight so err on the side of slightly thinner consistency when mixing
03 -
- Sift your matcha powder if it has been sitting open for a while and developed clumps
- Let the oats sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before eating if you prefer them less cold