Description
This High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a quick and nutritious fall breakfast option packed with 27 grams of protein per serving. Combining creamy rolled oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, and warm pumpkin pie spice, it guarantees a flavorful and filling start to your day. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe requires just minutes to prepare and delivers a wholesome, satisfying meal that supports an active lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- ¾ cup milk of choice (Fairlife 2% recommended)
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
Flavor & Protein
- 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Sweetener & Boosts
- 1–2 tbsp pure maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped pecans
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium glass jar or container, add the milk, rolled oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jar or container and refrigerate the mixture for at least 6 hours or overnight, allowing the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and flavors to meld.
- Serve and Garnish: Before serving, stir the oats once more and top with chopped pecans and/or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Enjoy chilled for a creamy, nutrient-packed breakfast.
Notes
- Use your preferred milk: dairy or plant-based alternatives like almond, oat, or soy milk work well.
- Adjust the maple syrup to your desired sweetness; start with 1 tablespoon and add more if needed.
- Protein powder flavor can be vanilla or pumpkin spice to enhance the overall taste.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge up to 3 days.
- For added texture, consider adding nuts or seeds as toppings just before serving.
- Consume within 24 hours if using fresh dairy milk for best freshness and safety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 428 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 144 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: pumpkin overnight oats, high protein breakfast, healthy fall breakfast, pumpkin spice oats, meal prep oats
