Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats

PUMPKIN PROTEIN OVERNIGHT OATS

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If you’re looking for a cozy and nutritious breakfast to kickstart your day, these pumpkin protein overnight oats are just what you need! Packed with fall flavors and plenty of protein, they’re the perfect way to enjoy the taste of pumpkin spice while fueling your mornings. I love how the protein powder and blended cottage cheese give these oats a smooth, creamy texture without altering the flavor. Plus, they’re so easy to make! Just mix everything together, refrigerate overnight, and wake up to a wholesome, high-protein breakfast that’s ready to go. Whether you’re meal-prepping for busy mornings or craving a comforting fall treat, these oats have got you covered!

Why You Will Love These High-Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats

  • Creamy Texture: Blended cottage cheese is the secret special ingredient that gives these overnight oats an incredible creamy texture while boosting the protein content. Plus, you won’t even taste it!
  • Easy To Make: These overnight oats come together effortlessly with simple pantry staples.
  • High-Protein: These are a delicious spin on classic pumpkin overnight oats, with added protein from protein powder and cottage cheese for a more filling breakfast.
  • Fall Flavors: These pumpkin protein overnight oats are infused with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, for cozy fall flavors in every bite!
  • Perfect For Meal Prep: Whip up these overnight oats in minutes, refrigerate overnight, and have breakfast ready for the week.

What Are Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats?

Pumpkin protein overnight oats are a protein-packed, flavorful breakfast that combines the cozy essence of pumpkin spice with high-protein ingredients like protein powder and blended cottage cheese. The cottage cheese adds an incredibly creamy texture without altering the taste. These oats are perfect for meal prep, easy to make, and offer a nutritious start to your day, all while delivering the delicious flavors of fall in every bite!

Ingredients Needed

Ingredients for pumpkin protein overnight oats
  • Rolled Oats: Use old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe.
  • Almond Milk: We like unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but you can use your milk of choice.
  • Pumpkin Puree: Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
  • Cottage Cheese: It is important to blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor to give these oats a creamy texture. The cottage cheese also adds protein and doesn’t alter the flavor of these overnight oats! Plus, it’s much less tart than Greek yogurt. It’s such a magical addition to these overnight oats! 
  • Protein Powder: We added vanilla protein powder for even more protein in these pumpkin overnight oats. It’s just the right amount without being overpowering. In combination with the cottage cheese, these overnight oats are high-protein!
  • Sweetener: Sweeten these overnight oats with maple syrup, sugar-free maple syrup, or your sweetener of choice.
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice: Add pumpkin pie spice to give these overnight oats a delicious pumpkin spice flavor.
  • Vanilla Extract: A small splash of vanilla extract for flavor.
  • Salt: Just a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
  • Chia Seeds: As an option, add chia seeds to your overnight oats.

How To Make Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats

Step 1: Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Then, blend until smooth.

Step 2: Add the rolled oats, almond milk, pumpkin puree, blended cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, sweetener, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, salt, and chia seeds to an airtight jar or container.

Pumpkin overnight oats ingredients in jar

Step 3: Thoroughly mix the ingredients, seal the lid on the jar, and refrigerate it overnight.

Mixed pumpkin protein overnight oats in a jar.

Step 4: The next morning or when ready to serve, stir the ingredients, add optional toppings, and enjoy!

Topping Ideas

Enjoy these pumpkin overnight oats as is or add your optional favorite toppings before serving! Some great toppings include chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds. Or, opt for coconut flake, nut butter, pumpkin seeds, roughly chopped dried fruit such as raisins or cranberries, fresh berries, granola, pumpkin spice granola, mini chocolate chips, coconut whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Expert Tips

  • Blend The Cottage Cheese: Make sure to blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor before mixing it into the oats. Blending the cottage cheese gives it a creamy and smooth texture, so you won’t even notice it in your overnight oats!
  • Use Rolled Oats: Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture in your overnight oats. Don’t use quick oats or steel-cut oats.
  • Mix Well: Thoroughly mix all the ingredients to ensure everything is evenly distributed, especially the protein powder.
  • Sweeten To Taste: We lightly sweetened these overnight oats with maple syrup. Start with a little bit of sweetener and if desired, add more sweetener to taste.
  • Use Your Favorite Protein Powder: Use your favorite vanilla protein powder that you like the flavor of in this recipe. We used Orgain vanilla protein powder, for 30% off Orgain products use our discount code healthyfoodiegirl.
  • Refrigerate Them Overnight: Allow these overnight oats to refrigerate overnight so the oats have time to absorb the liquid and thicken into the ideal consistency.
  • Make More At Once: You can prepare a few servings of these overnight oats at once for a quick breakfast that’s ready for the week. Store each serving in an individual airtight jar, Mason jars work well.
  • Gluten-Free Oats: To ensure this recipe is gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free protein powder.

Storage Instructions

Store pumpkin protein overnight oats in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. When ready to serve, stir them, and enjoy!

Variations

  • Milk Options: Use your milk of choice in this recipe. You can use regular milk or non-dairy milk. Some great options are unsweetened vanilla almond milk, oat milk cashew milk, or coconut milk.
  • Sweeteners: Use your sweetener of choice. Some options are maple syrup, sugar-free maple syrup, honey, sugar, brown sugar, coconut sugar, agave, or a 1:1 sugar-free sweetener.
  • Make Pumpkin Pie Spice: If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, make your own blend by mixing 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon with a pinch of ground nutmeg and ground ginger.
  • Add Chia Seeds: We like to add chia seeds to overnight oats for extra fiber and omega-3s. They’ll thicken the oats even more and provide a nice texture boost.
  • Chocolate Pumpkin Flavor: Add a teaspoon of cocoa powder and swap the vanilla protein powder for chocolate protein powder to give these overnight oats a chocolate pumpkin flavor! You can also mix in some mini chocolate chips or cacao nibs for added chocolate decadence.
  • Pumpkin Coconut: To give these overnight oats a pumpkin coconut flavor, use coconut milk and stir in some shredded coconut.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats Ahead Of Time?

Yes! These overnight oats are perfect for meal prep. You can prepare a few servings at once and store them in the fridge for up to four days.

Are These Overnight Oats Vegan?

These pumpkin overnight oats are not vegan as they contain cottage cheese. However, you can easily make them vegan! Swap the cottage cheese for your favorite vegan yogurt, use a vegan sweetener such as maple syrup along with your favorite dairy-free milk, and ensure your protein powder is vegan.

Can I Taste The Cottage Cheese?

Not at all! Since the cottage cheese is blended, it adds protein and creaminess without affecting the taste of these overnight oats.

Can I Adjust The Sweetness?

You can easily adjust the sweetness of these pumpkin overnight oats by adding more or less of your sweetener of choice.

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PUMPKIN PROTEIN OVERNIGHT OATS

Recipe by Shawna
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

1

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

1

minute
Calories

259

kcal

Start your day with these cozy pumpkin protein overnight oats! Packed with fall flavors and protein, they’re a nutritious breakfast to fuel your morning.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 CUP rolled oats

  • 1/3 CUP unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of choice

  • 1/4 CUP pumpkin puree

  • 1/4 CUP cottage cheese, blended

  • 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon vanilla protein powder

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup, sugar-free maple syrup, or sweetener of choice

  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • pinch of salt

  • 1-2 teaspoons chia seeds, optional

Directions

  • Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Add the rolled oats, almond milk, pumpkin puree, blended cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, sweetener, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, salt, and chia seeds to an airtight jar or container.
  • Thoroughly mix the ingredients, seal the lid on the jar, and refrigerate it overnight.
  • The next morning or when ready to serve, stir the ingredients, add optional toppings, and enjoy!

Recipe Video

YouTube video

Notes

  • WW Points™: 4 points per serving *if you use a sugar-free sweetener
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  • Nutritional information is provided as a reference, using an online calculator. We recommend verifying the information independently. It could vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used.

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Nutrition Facts

1 servings per container


  • Amount Per ServingCalories259
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 5.1g 8%
    • Saturated Fat 0.6g 0%
  • Cholesterol 2mg 1%
  • Sodium 305mg 13%
  • Total Carbohydrate 39.2g 13%
    • Dietary Fiber 7.9g 29%
    • Sugars 4.5g
  • Protein 16.2g 32%

    * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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