Description
Try this fall favorite - high-protein overnight pumpkin oats! This is an awesome meal to wake up to, and it's super customizable and dairy-free. It's the perfect vegan breakfast for those on-the-go mornings or when you want to start the day on a healthy note without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if necessary)
- 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
- 1 scoop to a little less than a scoop of plant-based protein powder
- A pinch of salt
Toppings (see the post for more suggestions)
- toasted pecans
- chia seeds,
- coconut yogurt
- sliced bananas
Instructions
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Protein Powder and Spices: Stir in the protein powder, making sure there are no lumps. Follow this by adding in the pumpkin spice and a pinch of salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Combine with Oats: Pour your rolled oats into the wet mixture and give it a good stir. Ensure the oats are well-coated with the pumpkin and protein-infused liquid.
- Let It Sit: Divide your mixture between two small mason jars or airtight containers. Seal and place them in the refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to soften and the flavors to meld.
- The Final Touch: When you're ready to eat, give your overnight oats a good stir and add any optional toppings like toasted pecans, chia seeds, or a dollop of coconut yogurt.
Notes
Vanilla or unflavored protein powder works best.
Before sealing your jar, make sure the mixture is a little liquidy, as the oats will absorb the liquid.
Don't go overboard with the protein powder. If I add a little too much, it starts to taste like chalky oats. I do less than a scoop for this recipe, but adjust for your preferences.
Oats can settle at the bottom, so give it a good stir before digging in.
Make 3-4 days worth during the weekend for a hassle-free, nutritious morning start.
If you find it too thick in the morning, add almond milk to loosen it up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Overnight Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 7.3 g
- Sodium: 639.9 mg
- Fat: 1.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 26.3 g
- Protein: 4.9 g
- Cholesterol: 0.6 mg