Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats
These Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats are creamy, satisfying and so customizable. Quick and easy to make, they're the perfect high protein breakfast for busy days or meal prep. Thanks to the fiber and protein, you'll stay full for hours!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Resting Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: High Protein, Low calorie
Keyword: chia seeds, cottage cheese, milk, oats
Servings: 1 serving
- ½ cup (50 g) rolled oats
- 1 tsp chia seeds optional
- 1 to 2 tsp maple syrup or honey, to taste
- ⅓ cup (80 g) cottage cheese full fat recommended
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk of choice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional for a creamier texture: Add cottage cheese to a blender and blend until smooth.
In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine rolled oats with chia seeds, maple syrup and vanilla extract.
Add cottage cheese, blended if you prefer a creamier texture.
Pour in the milk and mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Seal the jar or bowl tightly, then transfer to the fridge. Let soak overnight or for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Before eating, give the oats a good stir and serve with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Tips
- Texture – If you don't like the texture of cottage cheese, blend it before mixing it with the oats.
- Sweetness – Adjust sweetness to your likings.
- Protein powder – For more protein, mix in 1 scoop (30 g) of protein powder. If too thick, fix the texture with 2-3 tbsp of milk.
Storage Directions
If meal prepping, store your cottage cheese oats in 12-oz mason jars or airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Before serving, give them a good stir.
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 329.8kcal | Carbohydrates: 43.7g | Protein: 18.1g | Fat: 9.4g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 13.6mg | Sodium: 421.3mg | Potassium: 299.2mg | Fiber: 6.8g | Sugar: 7.2g | Vitamin A: 114.2IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 277.7mg | Iron: 2.5mg