Recipe Overview

Creamy, nutrient-dense overnight oats layered with Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and mixed berries. Designed for meal prep, post-workout recovery, or gut-health support. Easily customizable with supplements.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (Chill overnight)
Cooking Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 1

Ingredients

Base

• ½ cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy milk)
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt)

Protein & Supplements

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
• 1 tbsp collagen peptides (optional for joint/skin support)
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Toppings

• ½ cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tsp honey (or sugar-free maple syrup)
• Sprinkle of cinnamon

Professional Chef-Level Instructions

Prep Work

1. Dry Mix: In a jar or bowl, combine oats, protein powder, collagen peptides, and chia seeds. Whisk to eliminate clumps.

Assembly

1. Wet Ingredients: Pour almond milk and Greek yogurt over the dry mix. Stir vigorously until fully incorporated.
2. Layer Berries: Gently fold in ¼ cup berries (reserve rest for topping).
3. Sweeten: Drizzle honey and swirl in almond butter without fully mixing.

Setting

1. Chill: Cover and refrigerate 4+ hours (or overnight).
2. Finish: Top with remaining berries, extra almond butter, and cinnamon before serving.

Detailed Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values include collagen; adjust for substitutions.

Variations & Substitutions

• Vegan: Use plant-based protein + coconut yogurt. Swap honey for agave.
• Keto: Replace oats with ¼ cup chia seeds + 2 tbsp hemp hearts; use sugar-free syrup.
• Extra Fiber: Add 1 tbsp flaxseed or psyllium husk.
• Tropical Twist: Swap berries for mango/pineapple + 1 tbsp shredded coconut.

Pro Tips & Tricks

1. Thicker Texture: Use 2 tbsp chia seeds or ⅓ cup Greek yogurt.
2. Collagen Hack: Stir collagen into warm almond milk first for smoother integration.
3. Flavor Boost: Add ½ tsp vanilla extract or orange zest to the base.
4. Meal Prep: Quadruple the recipe in mason jars for 4 days of breakfasts.

How to Serve

• Cold: Enjoy straight from the fridge (no reheating needed).
• Warm: Microwave 60 seconds for cozy winter mornings.
• Pairings: Serve with hard-boiled eggs or a green smoothie for extra protein.

How to Store

• Fridge: Keep in sealed containers for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze base (without toppings) for 2 months. Thaw overnight before topping.

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