Ferrero Rocher Protein Overnight Oats (Printable version)
Creamy hazelnut-chocolate overnight oats with protein boost for a decadent breakfast
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
02 - 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/2 cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tbsp (20 g) chocolate protein powder
05 - 1 tbsp (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 2 tbsp (30 g) hazelnut butter
07 - 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup or honey
08 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
10 - 2 tbsp (20 g) chopped roasted hazelnuts
11 - 2 squares (20 g) dark chocolate, chopped
12 - Additional hazelnut butter for drizzling (optional)
13 - 2 Ferrero Rocher chocolates, halved for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
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 well combined.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or containers.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - Before serving, stir the oats. Top each portion with chopped hazelnuts, dark chocolate, and a drizzle of hazelnut butter. Garnish with half a Ferrero Rocher chocolate if desired. Enjoy chilled.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- You get that indulgent Ferrero Rocher taste while hitting your protein goals before 9 AM
- The overnight prep means zero morning cooking and zero excuses for skipping breakfast
02 -
- The oats will continue softening the longer they sit so three days in the fridge is really the maximum before texture starts suffering
- Protein powders vary wildly in sweetness so always start with less maple syrup and add more after tasting the base mixture
03 -
- Make double batches on Sunday for the entire week ahead
- Keep toppings separate until eating to prevent sogginess