The classic easy prep-ahead breakfast! Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats are a healthy, gluten-free, vegan recipe for those busy mornings when you're rushing out the door but still need some sustaining food to fuel your day!
***This post has been updated in August 2016. Original writing stands***
Today was the first day of my Summer "internship" at my New Jersey district's assemblyman's office. I say "internship" because it is more of a volunteer position since I'll only be going once a week for 4 and a half hours. But that's okay, they are calling it an internship so I will play along. As you know I am hoping to go to college in DC and major in government or international relations. This internship is a great way to show colleges that I'm interested in that general field. Even though this is not the exact area of government I'd like to get into to; you have to start somewhere, so here I am!
I woke-up today at 4:20am, did my morning warm-up and some Platies leg work, push-ups, and calves. Then I fueled with some Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats! The classic and easy breakfast to prep the night before so you can grab-and-go on a busy morning! I'm amping mine up with extra protein for more staying power and of course, there must be chocolate!
Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats
Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats
The classic easy prep-ahead breakfast! Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats are a healthy, gluten-free, vegan recipe for those busy mornings when you're rushing out the door but still need some sustaining food to fuel your day!
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ½ Cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
- 1 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1 TB Chocolate Protein Powder
- 1 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 TB Chia Seeds
- Dash of Cinnamon (optional)
- Liquid Stevia (to taste, optional)
Instructions
- Combine all your ingredients in a mason jar, glass, or bowl.
- Mix and set in the fridge overnight.
- Enjoy cold the next morning, or you can even heat it up (just add some more liquid)!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
I got dressed up in my favorite orange dress from Express, a black blazer from Victoria's Secret, and my Franco Sarto black wedges! When I got to the office I learned that the girl I was supposed to be working with was out! So, the Chief of staff started me out at a desk and told me to read through the NJ legislature site and get familiar the whole political process of a state government, bills NJ has passed, members of the congress, etc. After, I made up an Excel sheet of local events coming up in the next couple of months for possible appearances for the Assemblymen.
Here's to hoping next week will be a bit more interesting! I hope your day was more fulfilling and you had a fabulous breakfast (that always makes any day worth it, right?) See you tomorrow with some end of the week links!
So tell me:
+ Have you ever done an unpaid Internship? How was it?
+ Do you make overnight oats often?
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Flora
Mmmm this looks so yummy! I'm always looking for easy breakfast options so I get longer in bed in the morning 🙂 thanks for the recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O, enjoy!
Nikki
I have a whole unopened bag of gluten free rolled oats, I believe that this would be the perfect recipe for them. Nice and filling and chocolate. What could be better than that?
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a great easy breakfast.
Angela
Yum!! Can't wait to try these...Pinned!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom
Yumm...this sounds really delicious! I love that you can make it before so that breakfast is all ready to go.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes, perfect for busy mornings!
kimmythevegan
Aw, I loved reading this old post of yours. Your outfit totally rocks =) I bet the internship was fun.
Totally love the sound of these chocolatey oats!!!
Pinning & sharing =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, no, it stayed that "boring" the entire time 😛
Christina @ Juggling Real Food and Real Life
As always your recipe looks delicious. I would love to hear more about your internship. You look great by the way. Love the dress!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Christina, but this post is from 2013!
Suzie from Munchkin Time
Thank you Rebecca for posting this awesome recipe. It looks very good and it has my favorite in it.. Chocolate! - Suzie
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We all love chocolate!
Mim
I've never enjoyed porridge but your recipe could literally change all that - I'm definitely trying it! x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well this is much different!
Bethany
These look delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, Bethany!
tiffany | Arrows + Awe
I eat overnight oats every morning! I never even thought to add protein in it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, wow, well I hope you do now!
Lee MacArthur
I have been known to blend a banana with the almond milk before I pour it in. I also add coconut and instead of cocoa and flax, I found a mixture that combines those two ingredients plus a couple other things and I use that instead. I love my oats this way because it tastes like pudding.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks for sharing!
Marla
HI Rebecca,
This sounds like a healthy and tasty breakfast and who wouldn't love to eat chocolate for breakfast. Pinned & tweeted!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I need my chocolate in the morning!
Pam
This looks amazing! I will try it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fabulous! Let me know!
Uma
Sounds simple and interesting. Overnight oats with buttermilk I have tried. But these looks great!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
These will be a favorite 😉
Linda @ Veganosity
First, let me say congratulations on the internship, even if it was three years ago-haha! Second, you look so cute! Love that dress. Third, chocolate protein overnight oats would be a great breakfast for me to have before my long run this weekend.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha, thank you 😉
Ahhh! As long as you get in some chocolate before that run, you'll be fine!
Mess and Merlot
Big fan of overnight oats! Oh, and chocolate for breakfast. Luckily I have some chocolate protein powder that needs to be used up! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I think I know what you're having for breakfast tomorrow!
Myra
Love overnight oats - especially chocolate 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Always chocolate 😉
Nicole
This sounds so easy and delicious. I'm returning to work after being on maternity leave for a couple of months so I'll have to give this a shot next week. The protein will definitely be needed as I try to get back into a groove!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This will be perfect! Just grab and go and you'll be full and satisfied!
lauren
I'm definitely trying this recipe! I tried making overnight oats a couple times, but didn't like the recipe that I was using (it called for greek yogurt, which I think is what I didn't like about it). This looks delicious 🙂
xx Lauren
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Never "scary dairy"! But ALWAYS add chocolate 😉
Aleksandra
They look more healthy than delicious, but I am sure the looks are deceiving 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's ALLL chocolate!
Suzy Godfrey
ahhh...I'm gonna have these tomorrow morning!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You're going to have a good say then 😉
Amberjane
I am making this recipe for breakfast tomorrow it looks fantastic Rebecca! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome!!
Randi Tisdall
I love any kind of overnight treat! Adding chia seeds always turns out well- it gives it that extra yummy texture that I enjoy. 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It makes then so so creamy!
Karen Grosz
This should keep you full for all morning. Sounds delicious. I make something similar.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Overnight Oats are always a great option!