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Sugar Cookie Protein Overnight Oats

Sugar Cookie Protein Overnight Oats

Whip up these Sugar Cookie Protein Overnight Oats in minutes for a breakfast that tastes like a treat but fuels your body. This recipe is incredibly simple, requires no cooking, and delivers a satisfyingly creamy texture with the delightful flavors of sugar cookies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats gluten-free if preferred
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder whey, plant-based, or casein
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or vanilla extract if almond extract is unavailable
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 1-2 teaspoons sugar-free maple syrup or your preferred sweetener, to taste
Optional toppings
  • as needed sugar-free sprinkles
  • as needed sugar-free whipped cream
  • as needed fresh berries

Equipment

  • Medium-sized jar or airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients together thoroughly to ensure the protein powder and other ingredients are evenly distributed. This prevents clumps and ensures consistent flavor throughout your overnight oats.
    1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, Pinch salt
  2. Pour in the unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk) and the almond extract. If you don't have almond extract, a full teaspoon of vanilla extract will also work beautifully, though it will give a more classic vanilla flavor rather than the distinct sugar cookie hint.
    1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  3. Add your sweetener of choice, starting with 1 teaspoon and tasting later if you prefer it sweeter. Stir everything together vigorously until well combined. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the container to incorporate all the ingredients, especially ensuring the chia seeds are dispersed evenly to prevent them from clumping together. The mixture might seem a little thin at this stage, but the oats and chia seeds will absorb the liquid overnight.
    1-2 teaspoons sugar-free maple syrup
  4. Secure the lid on your jar or container. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This crucial resting period allows the oats to soften, the chia seeds to swell and thicken the mixture, and the flavors to meld together, creating that signature sugar cookie essence.
  5. In the morning, give your Sugar Cookie Protein Overnight Oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick for your liking, you can add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with your favorite sugar-free sprinkles for that ultimate sugar cookie aesthetic, a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream for extra decadence, or a handful of fresh berries for a touch of freshness and color.
    as needed sugar-free sprinkles, as needed sugar-free whipped cream, as needed fresh berries

Notes

Properly stored, these overnight oats will stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The texture may thicken slightly over time, so you can stir in a tablespoon or two of milk to achieve your desired consistency before eating.