Matcha Protein Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy matcha and protein-rich oats for energizing mornings
# What You Need:
→ 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 ounce) 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
→ Optional Toppings
08 - Fresh berries
09 - Sliced banana
10 - Toasted coconut flakes
11 - Chopped nuts
# How To Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the oats, chia seeds, matcha powder, and protein powder. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until completely combined, ensuring no lumps of matcha or protein powder remain.
03 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, give the oats a thorough stir. Add a splash more milk if a creamier texture is desired.
05 - Divide the oats between two bowls or jars. Top with fresh berries, sliced banana, toasted coconut flakes, or chopped nuts before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The matcha gives you a gentle caffeine boost without the jitters of coffee
- Protein powder keeps you satisfied straight through until lunch
- Five minutes of prep work means breakfast is waiting when you wake up
02 -
- Sifting the matcha powder before adding it prevents those stubborn little clumps
- The texture gets better after sitting for a full 8 hours so try making it the night before
- Protein powder can thicken things up more than expected so add extra milk if needed
03 -
- Use a jar with a tight lid and shake everything instead of stirring for the easiest mixing method
- Start with less sweetener and add more in the morning once flavors have melded overnight