Ferrero Rocher Protein Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy chocolate hazelnut overnight oats with protein boost, ready in 10 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder
05 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 2 tablespoons hazelnut butter
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted hazelnuts
11 - 2 squares dark chocolate, chopped
12 - Additional hazelnut butter for drizzling (optional)
13 - 2 Ferrero Rocher chocolates, halved (optional garnish)
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, hazelnut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers, ensuring equal portions for each serving.
03 - Cover containers and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld together properly.
04 - Before serving, give the oats a good stir. Top each portion with chopped hazelnuts, dark chocolate pieces, and a drizzle of hazelnut butter. Garnish with half a Ferrero Rocher chocolate if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the indulgence of Ferrero Rocher without the morning-after guilt trip
- Everything happens the night before so mornings are basically grab and go glory
02 -
- Protein powder brands vary wildly in sweetness so start with less maple syrup
- The texture thickens overnight so if it looks too liquid at first do not panic
03 -
- Warm the hazelnut butter for 15 seconds in the microwave if it has separated
- Invest in actual good cocoa powder because cheap stuff tastes like disappointment