Description
This Creamy High Protein Pistachio Pudding Overnight Oats recipe combines the rich flavor of pistachio pudding with the nutrition-packed goodness of rolled oats, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds. It’s an easy, make-ahead breakfast option high in protein and fiber, perfect for busy mornings. With optional protein powder and customizable toppings like crushed pistachios and fruit, this recipe offers a delicious, creamy, and nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 ¼ – 2½ cups vanilla or unflavored almond milk or preferred milk
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla; can substitute with higher protein plant-based yogurt for dairy-free)
- 3 tablespoons Instant Jell-O Pistachio Pudding Mix
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 scoops vanilla or unflavored protein powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey (adjust based on sweetness preference)
Toppings (Optional)
- Crushed pistachios
- Whipped cream
- Sliced bananas
- Mixed berries
- Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all base ingredients — rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, pistachio pudding mix, chia seeds, protein powder (if using), and honey — into a large airtight container or bowl. Whisk everything together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-combined, ensuring no clumps remain.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid, resulting in a creamy and thick pudding-like consistency.
- Serve and Top: After refrigeration, divide the pudding into three servings by separating into bowls or jars. Add your preferred toppings such as crushed pistachios, fresh banana slices (best added on the day of consumption), whipped cream, dark chocolate chips, or mixed berries for added flavor and texture.
- Store Properly: Store any leftover overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 5 days for optimal freshness and taste.
Notes
- Adjust the honey quantity according to your sweetness preference. Using flavored yogurt and vanilla protein powder will add extra sweetness, so you may need less honey.
- If you want to increase protein content without protein powder, consider substituting almond milk with higher-protein options such as Fairlife or skim milk.
- Cow’s milk results in a thicker consistency; add more milk after refrigeration or increase the initial liquid by ½ cup to achieve desired texture.
- Flavor can be customized by adjusting the amount of pistachio pudding mix or liquid to taste.
- Nutritional information provided does not include toppings and uses non-fat Chobani Greek yogurt as base.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 8.5 grams
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 52 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 34 grams
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
