Matcha Protein Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy overnight oats with vibrant matcha and protein for a nourishing breakfast ready in 10 minutes.

# 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
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ 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 until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until no lumps of matcha or protein powder remain.
03 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to soften and absorb the liquid.
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 Advice:

01 -
  • Protein that actually tastes like a treat instead of a chore
  • Matcha gives you steady energy without the jitters
  • Morning prep takes literally five minutes the night before
02 -
  • Protein powder can clump fiercely so whisk it with the dry ingredients first
  • Matcha settles at the bottom so stir everything thoroughly before refrigerating
  • These keep for 3 days in the fridge making meal prep ridiculously easy
03 -
  • Use a wide-mouth mason jar for easier stirring and serving
  • Let the oats sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before eating for the best texture

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