Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats

Makes one big batch for easy meal prep!

Read below for the recipe and nutrition information!

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Recipe Information:

• Makes 4-5 servings

• Preparation time: 10 minutes

• Total time: 8 hours

Ingredients:

• 2 C rolled oats

• 3 C unsweetened/unflavored almond milk

• 4 scoops vanilla protein powder of choice (I used Designer Protein!)

• 2 Tbsp chia seeds

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1-2 tsp cinnamon (depending on taste preferences)

• ~1 tsp honey (more or less, depending on your sweetness preferences!)

• Optional: a handful of freeze-dried strawberries to top it off!

Recipe:

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients together. Stir well until no dry spots exist!

2. If desirable, separate the batch into 4-5 individual sized air-tight containers. Can also skip this step and store as is!

3. Cover and refrigerate oat mixture for at least 8 hours.

4. Serve chilled, top with freeze-dried strawberries, and enjoy!

*Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container!

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Nutrition:

• Rolled oats: fiber-rich, high protein, and packed with vitamins + minerals + antioxidants! Oats also contain beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber, that is heart healthy & is linked to lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol!

• Chia seeds: chia seeds are highly nutritious! They are an excellent source of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin, niacin, and healthy fats (polyunsaturated fat & monounsaturated fat: anti-inflammatory omega-3s and alpha-linolenic acid)! Chia seeds are also loaded with antioxidants, which have protective properties for the heart, liver, and cells. They even have anticancer properties! With their extensive list of nutrients, chia seeds are extremely heart-healthy and good for our bones!

• Cinnamon: although more research is needed, cinnamon has been associated with numerous health benefits! The list includes improving blood pressure and circulation, reducing cholesterol and blood lipids, and having heart-protective effects.