Description
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe packed with protein from Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, perfect for a wholesome and satisfying breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup (60g) cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tbsp (12g) chia seeds
- 1–2 tsp (5-10ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp (0.5g) ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup (40g) fresh or frozen berries
- 1 tbsp (16g) nut butter (optional)
Instructions
- Measure and combine the dry ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats and 1 tablespoon chia seeds in a jar or bowl. Stir to mix evenly.
- Blend the creamy components: mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup cottage cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Optionally pulse in a blender for smoother texture.
- Add the wet ingredients: pour the creamy mix over the oats and chia seeds, then add 1/2 cup milk. Stir gently to combine.
- Sweeten and spice it up: add 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon if using. Stir again and adjust sweetness to taste.
- Top with berries: add 1/4 cup fresh or frozen berries on top, keeping them separate to avoid mushiness if preferred.
- Refrigerate overnight: seal the container and chill for at least 6 hours, ideally 8-10 hours.
- Serve and enjoy: stir gently before eating, add a splash of milk if too thick, and optionally top with nut butter or extra fresh fruit.
Notes
Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture. Blend cottage cheese for a smoother consistency if desired. Adjust milk quantity to achieve preferred thickness. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add fresh toppings just before serving to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and cottage cheese with plant-based yogurts and use plant-based milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 8 ounce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 20
Keywords: overnight oats, high protein breakfast, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, chia seeds, quick oats recipe