Peppermint Mocha Overnight Oats
Craving a peppermint mocha? These overnight oats are a quick, portable breakfast that is full of holiday flavor. Chia seeds, and oats pack this dish with fiber to keep you full until lunch.
Active Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Makes 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla no-sugar added Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 cup coffee
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1-2 drops peppermint extract
- 4 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 cups rolled oats
- Optional:1-2 scoop chocolate protein powder
Directions
- Combine ingredients in a medium bowl. Divide into 4, one cup servings. Enjoy for the week!
Nutrition
- 346 calories, 22 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate, 9 g fat, 7 g fiber (using skim milk, no protein powder)
Notes
- Blend the protein powder in the milk before adding to the oats
Megan Lautz, MS, RD, CSCS, TSAC-F
Megan is a Registered Dietitian and coach who specializes in firefighter nutrition. Megan’s mission is to help firefighters perform better, recover faster, and enjoy long healthy retirements. Megan is the owner of RescueRD LLC, which provides nutrition seminars and coaching for tactical athletes across the country. Check out @Rescue.RD on Facebook and Instagram.
