Matcha Protein Overnight Oats (Printer-friendly)
Creamy oats infused with matcha and protein for a nourishing breakfast that prep in minutes.
# What you'll 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 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
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
# Method:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, mix together rolled oats, chia seeds, matcha powder, and protein powder until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour in almond milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until no lumps of matcha or protein powder remain.
03 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to soften completely.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash more milk if a creamier consistency is desired.
05 - Divide evenly between two bowls or jars. Top with fresh berries, sliced banana, toasted coconut, or chopped nuts as desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It takes literally five minutes to make and breakfast handles itself
- The matcha provides clean energy without the jitters of coffee
- Protein keeps you full straight through until lunch
02 -
- Matcha can clump badly if you just dump it in, so whisk it with a little liquid first
- Protein powder thickens overnight oats more than you would expect, start with less milk if using a thick powder
03 -
- Use a small whisk instead of a spoon to get rid of matcha clumps
- Start with less sweetener and add more in the morning if needed