Banana-Nut Protein Power Oats
15min
0min
5
685
Chef's Note
If the oats are too thick after soaking overnight, simply stir in a splash of water or extra milk to reach your desired creaminess before adding the toppings.
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Ingredients
2.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
7.5 scoops vanilla whey protein powder
5 cups 1% low-fat milk
5 tablespoons chia seeds
2.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
5 medium bananas
10 tablespoons raw walnut halves
Instructions
- 1
Arrange 5 glass jars or airtight meal-prep containers on your counter for assembly.
- 2
In each of the 5 containers, place 1/2 cup of raw old-fashioned rolled oats.
- 3
Add 1.5 scoops (approximately 45g) of vanilla whey protein powder to each container.
- 4
Distribute 1 tablespoon of chia seeds and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon into each jar.
- 5
Add a small pinch of salt to each container to enhance the flavors.
- 6
Pour 1 cup of 1% low-fat milk into each container over the dry ingredients.
- 7
Use a spoon to stir each container vigorously until the protein powder is fully dissolved and the oats are submerged; ensure no dry pockets remain at the bottom.
- 8
Seal the containers with lids and place them in the refrigerator to soak for at least 6 hours, or ideally overnight, until the oats reach a creamy consistency.
- 9
When ready to eat, peel 1 fresh banana and slice it into thin rounds.
- 10
Roughly chop 2 tablespoons of raw walnut halves into small pieces.
- 11
Top the chilled oat mixture with the 1 sliced banana and the chopped walnuts before serving cold.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
685
54g
76g
20g
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