High Protein Papaya Overnight Oats
What is more refreshing then overnight oats. Papaya is one of those fruits you rarely see. Now I said two posts ago that I had been sleeping on this trend guys. But as life has gotten busier in my home I find these overnight oats so easy to prepare, grab and go in the morning. In my daily commute to work I get to enjoy these oats on the road because like every American I am always in a rush.
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What are overnight oats?
Overnight oats are a combination of rolled oats, sweetener of choice, milk, yogurt, and a healthy fat like hemp seeds, chia seeds, or flax seeds. They can be prepared in just minutes and you will have breakfast ready for the whole week. Some people like to top theirs with extra toppings like peanuts or seeds for added crunch. Or if you are anything like me you will sprinkle some coconut over top. The possibilities are really endless if you ask me. Take a look at these Mango Overnight Oats, they are the perfect summer morning treat.
How can I store overnight oats?
You can use mason jars, old pasta sauce jars, or even simple Tupperware that have good lids. Personally I love shopping the Dollar Tree for jars and containers. Their prices are great and you don’t have to buy a whole dozen like I have seen sometimes at Walmart. Overnight oats store well for 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge.
What Ingredients do I use for overnight oats?
Rolled Oats: I prefer gluten free sprouted rolled oats or just rolled oats, some stores package them as old fashioned oats as well.
Dairy Free High Protein Yogurt: The Kite Hill brand works wonderfully in this recipe. But remember this ingredient is optional.
Dairy Free High Protein Milk: Soy Milk or Pea Milk is great for higher protein. Want more omega power then Flaxmilk is your jam.
Vegan Protein Powder: I love the Birdman brand. This ingredient is also optional and I would only add 1/2 of scoop so your mixture is not to grainy.
Vanilla Extract: Any brand works here.
Sweetener of Choice: Maple Syrup, Coconut Sugar, or Stevia:
Healthy Fats of Choice: I love using Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts, Chia Seeds, Peanut Butter, and Flaxmeal.
Want more overnight oats see this recipe for Fresas con Crema Overnight Oats.
High Protein Papaya Overnight Oats
Equipment
- Mason Jars w/ Lids
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Fork
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Rolled Oats
- 2 Tablespoons Hemp Hearts
- 1 Pinch of Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 Cup Soy Milk or Pea Milk
- 2 Tablespoons Vegan High Protein Yogurt
- 1 Teaspoon Sweetner of Choice I used stevia
- 1 Cup Papaya
- 1 Teaspoon Coconut (garnish) optional
Instructions
- Line up your ingredients, remember to make more portions if you are making more than just 1 mason jar.
- Add the dry ingredients to your mason jar, oats, hemp seeds, pinch of salt, and stevia
- Add the milk first then the yogurt and mix to combine with the fork.
- Add the vanilla and papaya and mix all of your ingredients again. Seal the jar and let it rest in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours.
- The next day add more papaya for garnish and coconut flakes as well if desired. Enjoy.
So flavorful and no protein powder great breakfast.
I need more papaya in my life and I’m starting with these oats! What a wonderful recipe, and so easy to make!
I ADORE overnight oats and never thought to do it with papaya! I am so making this!!😋
This is a tropical breakfast dream come true! I am in love!!
enjoyed having a papaya oat meal in the morning! healthy breakfast
Love this papaya flavoured overnight oats
Such a tasty breakfast and great for making in advance too!