If you’re looking for a healthy and diabetes-friendly high-protein breakfast or snack, you’ll love this high-protein chocolate overnight oats recipe! It has 20 grams of protein and is full of flavor.

Glass jar with high-protein chocolate overnight oats and raspberries

Take a look at that beauty! Doesn’t it remind you of chocolate pudding?

It might look like chocolate pudding (and taste kind of like it, too), but this recipe is much healthier than your regular sugar-loaded chocolate pudding.

The chocolate flavor isn’t super intense. The recipe is chocolatey, but not overwhelmingly so, which I prefer.

Why you will love chocolate overnight oats

  • It’s completely free of added sugar
  • It has plenty of protein (20 grams!)
  • It will keep you full for hours
  • You make it the night before so breakfast is ready in 10 seconds
  • It won’t spike your blood sugar

Reader reviews

What a creative simple recipe! It taste amazing! I need to make this for my husband as well. He’s got a sweet tooth, but does better with protein.

Alisa

Love this recipe! I just made it and it was amazing. Next time I will try making it the night before and eat it as breakfast.

Melissa

Chocolate overnight oats ingredients

You only need six ingredients (plus optional berries and almonds) to assemble this healthy breakfast. No cooking is needed!

Ingredients for the chocolate overnight oats
  • Oats – Old-fashioned rolled oats are the best choice, but you can also use quick oats (they will spike your blood sugar a bit more). Don’t use steel-cut oats as they need cooking to become soft and edible.
  • Almond milk – You can really use any type of milk (dairy or non-dairy), but I prefer almond milk.
  • Greek Yogurt – I use either 2% or 10% plain Greek yogurt. The flavor is the same, but the 10% is a bit more creamy (and of course adds more healthy fat).
  • Cocoa powder – Use a good unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • Vanilla Protein powder – This is an optional ingredient as it doesn’t add significant flavor, just more protein. But I want my breakfast to be high-protein as it keeps me full for longer and helps muscle-building.
  • Stevia – Stevia is my preferred low-carb sweetener, but you can also use monk fruit or sugar-free syrup.
  • Berries & almond slices– Optional, but taste SO GOOD with the creamy chocolate overnight oats.

How to make high-protein chocolate overnight oats

  • Blend Greek yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, Stevia, and almond milk thoroughly.
  • Pour into a glass or bowl and fold in the oats.
  • Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
  • Take out of the fridge and stir with a spoon until the consistency is even.
  • Sprinkle berries and almond slices on top before enjoying (optional).

And enjoy!

Spoonful of chocolate overnight oats with almond slices

Recipe tips and tricks

  • For the overnight oats to be creamy and tender, leave them in the fridge for at least 4 hours so the oats have time to absorb the milk and yogurt.
  • You can mix the milk, yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, and sweetener with a spoon or fork instead of blending. Just make sure everything is mixed well and that there are no pockets of unmixed protein powder.
Jar of high-protein chocolate overnight oats seen from above

Substitutions and variations

  • I sometimes like to add chia seeds to thicken the consistency and add fiber. I mix them into the wet ingredients with the oats.
  • You can also eat the overnight oats hot. Put them in the microwave for about 30 seconds or heat them on the stove while stirring.
  • You can make the recipe vegan by using non-dairy milk (almond, coconut, etc.) and non-dairy yogurt.

No matter how you make this recipe, it’s a nutrition start to the day. You can learn more about the nutrition in oats and how they affect your blood sugar in: Is Oatmeal Good for People Living With Diabetes?

Storage and freezing

  • Chocolate overnight oats can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will stay fresh for up to 5 days. This makes them a great option for meal-prepping breakfast for the whole week!
  • You can freeze overnight oats in any suitable freezer-safe container. Let them defrost slowly and mix well with a spoon before eating.

More overnight oats recipes

I am a huge fan of overnight oats breakfasts to get my day started the right way. Here are some of my favorite recipes:

For more recipe inspiration, you can also check out my list of the best diabetic breakfast recipes. It’s full of healthy low-carb breakfast ideas.

High-Protein Chocolate Overnight Oats

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High-protein chocolate overnight oats
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If you're looking for a healthy, high-protein breakfast or snack, you’ll love this recipe for High Protein Chocolate Overnight Oats with Almond Milk! It has 20 grams of protein and is full of flavor.
Author: Christel Oerum
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients 

  • 2 oz. low-fat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup almond milk
  • ½ scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Stevia
  • 0.7 oz. oats
  • Almonds & berries, (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  • Blend Greek yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, Stevia, and almond milk thoroughly (I use a Nutribullet).
    2 oz. low-fat Greek yogurt, ½ scoop vanilla protein powder, 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup almond milk, 1 teaspoon Stevia
  • Pour into a glass or bowl and fold in the oats.
    0.7 oz. oats
  • Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
  • Take out of the fridge and stir with a spoon until the consistency is even.
  • Sprinkle almonds and berries on top before enjoying (optional).
    Almonds & berries

Notes

This recipe is for one serving of chocolate overnight oats.
I make my overnight oats with almond milk, but you are free to use any kind you prefer. Regular, cashew, or coconut milk will all taste great!
When you first combine ingredients, it will seem very watery. Don’t worry, the oats will absorb most of the liquid overnight.
For this recipe, I recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats. There is no noticeable difference between brands.
Store chocolate overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. 

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
High-Protein Chocolate Overnight Oats
Amount per Serving
Calories
183
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3.2
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.4
g
2
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Cholesterol
 
8.1
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
210.2
mg
9
%
Potassium
 
214.5
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
20
g
7
%
Fiber
 
3.5
g
14
%
Sugar
 
3.9
g
4
%
Protein
 
21.2
g
42
%
Vitamin A
 
250
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
552
mg
55
%
Iron
 
3.1
mg
17
%
Net carbs
 
16.5
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic