Can you put protein powder in overnight oats?

Yes. Stir it into the oats and milk before adding toppings, and add a little extra milk since the powder absorbs liquid overnight.

Which protein powder works best in overnight oats?

Most whey or plant protein powders work. Chocolate and vanilla flavours both suit peanut butter and banana. Unflavoured powders can taste flat, so add a little extra banana.

How much protein is in this recipe?

About 48g per serving according to the recipe's nutrition, though it varies with the protein powder you use.

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PB Banana Protein

The classic peanut butter banana combination turbocharged with protein. This is arguably the most satisfying high-protein breakfast you can make. Perfect for muscle building, weight training days, or when you need sustained energy. The combination keeps you full for hours.

Time: 365 min
Method: Mix
Serves: 1
Energy: 730 kcal
Protein: 48 g

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Glass jar of pb banana protein overnight oats topped with peanut butter, banana slices and protein powder

Method

Step 1: Mix protein powder into your DIY Oats base first - chocolate or vanilla both work perfectly.
Step 2: Add peanut butter and mix until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Top with banana slices.
Step 4: The peanut butter provides healthy fats, the banana adds natural sweetness, and the protein powder delivers the muscle-building nutrition.
Step 5: This is a complete meal.

Notes from the Department

30g+ protein

Nutrition

1 serving

730 cal | 48g protein | 15g fiber

2 servings

1460 cal | 96g protein | 30g fiber

Estimates. Not medical advice.

Why it works

Protein powder on its own can make oats chalky. Mixing it into the base first, before anything else goes in, lets it dissolve properly into the milk overnight. The peanut butter then covers whatever powdery note is left, and the banana adds sweetness so you rarely need anything extra. One serving comes to about 730 calories and 48g protein, which makes this one of the heaviest jars in the range.

Make it yours

Chocolate protein powder turns this into something close to a peanut butter cup. Vanilla keeps it closer to banana bread. If the mix looks too thick after adding the powder, add a splash more milk; protein powder drinks up liquid. Slice the banana in the morning if you dislike it going brown, or press it gently into the oats overnight so less of it meets the air.

No jar handy

Make the base at home by soaking rolled oats, milk, chia seeds and a few almonds overnight, then stir the protein powder through it.

Serving ideas

A pinch of salt on top makes the peanut butter taste more like peanut butter. Crushed peanuts add crunch.

Questions people ask

Can you put protein powder in overnight oats?: Yes. Stir it into the oats and milk before adding toppings, and add a little extra milk since the powder absorbs liquid overnight.
Which protein powder works best in overnight oats?: Most whey or plant protein powders work. Chocolate and vanilla flavours both suit peanut butter and banana. Unflavoured powders can taste flat, so add a little extra banana.
How much protein is in this recipe?: About 48g per serving according to the recipe's nutrition, though it varies with the protein powder you use.