Description
Almond Joy Protein Overnight Oatmeal – only 5 minutes to prep and wake up to a delicious, healthy breakfast that’s packed with protein! (vegan + gluten-free)
Ingredients
Units
- 1 cup old fashioned oats (use gluten-free as needed)
- 2 scoops (25 grams Nuzest protein powder)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or nondairy milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce*
- 1/2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- Optional toppings: chopped almonds (shredded coconut, sugar-free chocolate sauce, stevia packets)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together (except for toppings).
- Divide mixture (1 cup each) between 2 bowls, mugs, or mason jars. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 2 hours) so the oats soften and absorb the liquid.
- Just before serving, add toppings and enjoy cold, or microwave for 30-60 seconds to enjoy warm!
NOTES
- *yogurt would also work and for a vegan recipe, use nondairy yogurt
- **Nutritional information is calculated using smooth vanilla Nuzest protein powder. Does not include toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Breakfast