Creamy Red Velvet Overnight Oats (39g of Protein)

Creamy, filling, and oh so satisfying. That’s how I would describe my macro-friendly red velvet overnight oats recipe. If you’re looking to mix up your morning breakfast with something that will fuel your body and satisfy your taste buds at the same time, you’re going to love this.\

Why I Created this recipe: I love overnight oats because it's one of my favorite high protein breakfast ideas. I need to hit my protein goals, and this starts me off with a bang.

What Makes This Recipe Macro Friendly?

Macro friendly has become a bit of a buzzword, but it really just means that the macronutrients are well balanced in the recipe and, usually, the dish is high in protein. This high-protein overnight oats recipe certainly earns the title macro-friendly thanks to its high protein content, low-fat content, and moderate amount of healthy carbs.

If you're new to counting macros, check out our how to track macros post, which is a beginners guide to getting started.

Why Add Extra Protein?

Because protein is the most satiating macronutrient and the one that we tend to have the hardest time hitting each day. Let’s face it, most of the convenient foods we grab on the go are made up of mostly carbs and fats. But protein helps us to stay full, maintain lean muscle mass, and fuel our bodies for whatever is ahead.

If you eat a protein-packed breakfast, you’re far more likely to stay fuller longer and reduce your cravings for mid-morning snacks and sweets.

How Long Do Protein Overnight Oats Last?

Macro-friendly overnight oats can last all week in the refrigerator! This is one of the best parts of this breakfast, you can take the time to prepare it on Sunday and have your breakfasts ready to go in the fridge all week!

This is such a simple and easy way to meal plan (almost like meal prep) and stay on track throughout the week. Bonus points if you pre-log your overnight oats into your macro-tracking app ahead of time!

Notable Ingredients That I Used (to make sure it comes out the same)

I’ve played around with overnight oats quite a bit and this recipe is a tried and true favorite! This recipe will most definitely fill you up and keep you satisfied for hours. Plus, at 39g of protein, this breakfast will have you well on your way to hitting your daily protein goal.

How to Make

Ok, this really can’t get much easier! Follow these step-by-step instructions to set yourself up for a successful (and satisfying) morning:

Step	Instruction
1	Put all of the ingredients into an airtight container (mason jars or Tupperware work great!)
2	Stir everything together until combined.
3	Place in your refrigerator for at least 6 hours.
4	Enjoy eating it cold with the toppings of your choice!

If your oats are too thick after chilling in the refrigerator, add a little more milk and stir to get it to the consistency of your liking.

Add Your Toppings!

Below are my favorite toppings to add to my macro-friendly overnight oats. If you add toppings (which you should!), just make sure that you are measuring and logging them so that you can track them properly.

Want More Protein?

One of the hardest parts for many when it comes to macros is hitting their protein. However, once you understand a few simple hacks, it’s easy to get it in!

If you want to beef up your overnight oats even more, here are a few suggestions:

Depending on which brand you choose, these options will add anywhere from an additional 5-10 g of protein to your already macro-friendly overnight oats!

I wrote an entire blog post on my tips for hitting your protein goals, for those of you who want more hacks.

Overnight Oats Alternatives

How about the days when the weather is cold and biting and you just want to fill your soul with something warm? On these days, a great alternative is to make regular oatmeal. You can apply the same principles and recipes, just with a hot bowl of breakfast instead! My favorite macro-friendly oatmeal is Better Oats.

Here's a list of nutritious alternative to overnight oats:

Start Your Day The Macro-Friendly Way!

For those of us who thrive on simplicity, convenience, and good eats, having a high-protein overnight oats recipe in your back pocket is going to help you hit your goals without sacrificing taste or feeling hungry. The best part is that you can tailor this to suit your taste buds as well as your macros.

In a cut? Swap out your nut butter with some powdered peanut butter. Eating at maintenance? Add the toppings that are going to fit your macros while giving you that full, satisfying feeling. Bulking? You know the deal, double up on your portion and add whatever you’d like!

If you’re new to counting macros and feeling a little overwhelmed, we’ve got you covered. Download our Free Macros Starter Kit to give yourself a boost in the right direction.