Protein-Packed Cookie Dough Delight (Printable)

Enjoy a tasty, protein-rich breakfast inspired by cookie dough.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Oats and Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 1/4 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
05 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey to taste

→ Cookie Dough Mix-ins

08 - 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
09 - 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips
10 - 1–2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans optional
11 - Pinch of sea salt

# How To Make:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, stir together oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined.
02 - Add peanut butter, chocolate chips, nuts if using, and sea salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
03 - Divide mixture into two mason jars or airtight containers.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight at least 8 hours until oats are soft and mixture is thickened.
05 - Before serving, stir well. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired. Top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • This breakfast tastes indulgent, yet is packed with protein to keep you energized all day.
  • It can be customized endlessly, from nut butter swaps to your favorite mix-ins, making it never boring.
02 -
  • The first time I made these, I forgot to add the chia seeds and they turned out way too runny!
  • Using almond butter gives it a different vibe, if you're in the mood for a change.
03 -
  • Be mindful about the ratio of liquid to oats; less liquid yields a thicker texture.
  • Mix-ins are the fun part; don’t be afraid to get creative with your favorites!
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