Is Oats Overnight the Perfect High-Protein Breakfast? I Tried It

Overnight oats first became popular around 2012-2015, when you couldn’t scroll through Instagram or Pinterest without seeing a recipe. But if you ever thought they might be just a fad, by now we can unequivocally say they’re not. Overnight oats are here to stay. And while they’re pretty easy to prep, if you want a shortcut — or you want to amp up the protein and fiber content — check out Oats Overnight ($34 for eight pouches). These pre-made mixes can be blended with milk to create the perfect nutrient-rich overnight oats.

The brand sent me four of its vegan flavors, which use plant-based protein and can be mixed with a non-dairy milk alternative. Here, what I think about the taste and nutritional value of this overnight oats shortcut.

The product really is that easy to prepare. You’ll get an Oats Overnight Shaker Bottle free with your first order. To make, just fill the cup to the designated fill line with the milk of your choice (I used unsweetened soy milk), stir in the Oats Overnight packet, pop the container in the fridge, and in the morning, you just grab the bottle and eat up.

Adding one cup of milk makes it have more of a thick smoothie texture that you can drink straight from the shaker bottle. If you prefer a spoonable consistency, pour the packet into a bowl or mason jar, add less milk (I used three-quarters cup), and in the morning you can enjoy it like regular oatmeal, cold or warmed up.

I tried Oats Overnight both as a drink and thicker with a spoon, and preferred the more traditional oatmeal consistency. It was super creamy thanks to soaked oats and the pea protein, but there was no weird chalky texture. The flavor was perfectly sweet (like dessert!), and even though the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch was my fave, I really loved all the flavors. They tasted delicious on their own, but I also like adding fresh fruit.

I feel good about the ingredients in Oats Overnight, too. The vegan protein blend is often pea protein, and sometimes also contains fava bean protein. Additional protein and fiber comes from ingredients like hemp hearts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds. It makes it easy to know you’re starting your morning on the right foot.

I received four vegan flavors: Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch, Blueberry Cobbler, Maple Pancakes, and Chai Latte (currently sold out). The other vegan flavors include: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Covered Banana, Cinnamon Roll, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt, Snickerdoodle, Pumpkin Pie, and Banana Bread. Many of the other flavors they offer are made with whey protein, so they’re not vegan.

Also, Oats Overnight suggests letting the packets soak for at least four to five hours for optimal texture, but they note that you can drink them immediately; it’ll just have a more textured mouthfeel. Good news if you tend to forget to meal prep.

Anyone who’s looking for a high-fiber and high-protein, meal-preppable breakfast option.

Oats Overnight is available on OatsOvernight.com or Amazon.com.

Rating

★★★★★

— Additional reporting by Mirel Zaman

Jenny Sugar is a former PS staff writer. She reports on all things fitness, but especially loves CrossFit and yoga.

Mirel Zaman (she/her) is the health and fitness director at PS. She has over 15 years of experience working in the health and wellness space, covering fitness, general health, mental health, relationships and sex, food and nutrition, spirituality, family and parenting, culture, and news.

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My Oats Overnight came with a shaker bottle you’d use for protein shakes, but why? Because one way you can enjoy your Oats Overnight is by drinking them.

Just fill the cup to the designated fill line with the milk of your choice (I used unsweetened soy milk), stir in the Oats Overnight packet, pop the container in the fridge, and in the morning, you just grab the bottle and drink it cold. Adding the one cup of milk makes it have more of a thick smoothie texture.

Or if you prefer a spoonable consistency, just pour the packet into a bowl or mason jar, add less milk (I used three-quarters cup), and in the morning you can enjoy it like regular oatmeal, cold or warmed up.

Here’s what the oatmeal looks like dry. This is the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch.

I received the dairy-free variety pack ($27 for eight packets), which had four vegan flavors: Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch, Blueberry Cobbler, Maple Pancakes, and Chai Latte. The other flavors they offer are made with whey protein, so they’re not vegan.

I received the dairy-free variety pack ($27 for eight packets), which had four vegan flavors: Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch, Blueberry Cobbler, Maple Pancakes, and Chai Latte. The other flavors they offer are made with whey protein, so they’re not vegan.

I tried Oats Overnight both as a drink and thicker with a spoon, and preferred the more traditional oatmeal consistency. It was super creamy thanks to soaked oats and the pea protein, but there was no weird chalky texture. The flavor was perfectly sweet (like dessert!), and even though the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cacao Crunch was my fave, I really loved all the flavors. They tasted delicious on their own, but I also like adding fresh fruit.

There are three different options when ordering your Oats Overnight, and the more you order, the cheaper the cost per packet:

Check out this video to see how easy it is to make Oats Overnight. If you’re pressed for time in the morning, and you don’t want to make your own overnight oats, this is a delicious, healthy option.