High-Protein Eggnog Matcha Oats (Printable)

Creamy, protein-packed oats infused with eggnog and matcha for a holiday-inspired nourishing breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened eggnog (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds

→ Protein & Flavor

06 - 1 scoop (about 30 grams) vanilla protein powder
07 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings (optional)

12 - Sliced banana
13 - Toasted coconut flakes
14 - Chopped nuts (pecans or almonds)
15 - Pinch of extra cinnamon or nutmeg

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, mix oats, eggnog, Greek yogurt, milk, and chia seeds until well combined.
02 - Incorporate vanilla protein powder, matcha powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup or honey if using, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
03 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow thickening as oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid.
04 - In the morning, stir the mixture. If too thick, add a splash of milk to achieve desired consistency.
05 - Portion the oats evenly into two bowls or jars. Garnish with banana slices, toasted coconut, chopped nuts, and a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg as preferred. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein for sustained energy
  • Easy to prepare the night before
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based eggnog, dairy-free yogurt, and plant-based protein powder
  • Adjust sweetness to taste as eggnogs vary in sugar content
03 -
  • Use rolled oats instead of instant for better texture
  • Add toppings just before serving to keep them fresh and crunchy
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