High-Protein Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats
Creamy overnight oats blended with cottage cheese for a protein-rich, no-cook breakfast you can prep in minutes the night before.
PROTEIN 30g
CALORIES 360
P:E RATIO 8.3
TIME 5m
YIELD 1
P:E 8.3
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats CARB BASE
1/2 cup (113g) low-fat cottage cheese DAIRY
1/3 cup (80ml) unsweetened almond milk DAIRY
1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder FLAVOR
1 tablespoon (10g) chia seeds FLAVOR
1/2 medium banana, sliced FLAVOR
1 tablespoon (16g) peanut butter DAIRY
1 teaspoon honey FLAVOR
Pinch of salt FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Store sealed in the fridge for up to 5 days. Add toppings fresh each morning for best texture.
- Batching: Blending the cottage cheese first removes the lumpy texture and makes it taste like a rich pudding.
- Reheat: Microwave for 90s at 70% power.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE ASSEMBLY
In a mason jar or container, blend cottage cheese and almond milk until mostly smooth (a few curds are fine).
02
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Stir in rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, honey, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
In the morning, stir well, top with sliced banana and peanut butter, and enjoy cold.