Matcha Protein Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats infused with matcha and protein for a nourishing breakfast

# 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 or milk of choice
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 thoroughly to distribute the matcha evenly throughout the mixture.
02 - Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Stir until completely combined, ensuring no lumps of matcha or protein powder remain. The mixture should have a consistent green color throughout.
03 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to soften and absorb the liquid.
04 - In the morning, give the oats a thorough stir. If the mixture appears too thick, add a splash more milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
05 - Divide the overnight oats between two bowls or jars. Add your choice of fresh berries, sliced banana, toasted coconut flakes, or chopped nuts before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You wake up to breakfast that's already waiting for you
  • The matcha gives you steady energy instead of coffee jitters
  • One jar keeps you full until lunch without any morning cooking
02 -
  • Matcha clumps are almost impossible to fix once chilled, so whisk extra thoroughly at the start
  • The oats continue softening, so they're best within 2 to 3 days
  • Protein powder thickens everything considerably overnight
03 -
  • Use a small whisk instead of a spoon for the initial mixing
  • Glass jars show off those beautiful green layers
  • Let the oats sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating for the best texture

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