These high protein and fiber pistachio pudding overnight oats are filling and absolutely delicious! They’re super creamy with a nutty, mild pistachio flavor. Easy to meal prep for a nutritious, grab-and-go breakfast! {Gluten-Free}
I am a big fan of using Jell-O Instant Pudding in various recipes. It adds flavor and a creamy thick consistency, especially to overnight oats. This is a fun pistachio pudding version of my popular Berry Cheesecake Overnight Oats recipe.
It’s a delicious combination of sweet and salty and a well-balanced, nutritional breakfast.
Why I Love These Overnight Oats:
- They’re delicious! The sweet pistachio pudding flavor with the vanilla yogurt and protein powder pairs well with the salty, crunchy pistachios on top. It’s thick and creamy – just the way I prefer my overnight oats.
- An already prepped breakfast in the fridge. Just 5 minutes of prep and you will have a healthy, delicious breakfast that’s portable and easy to grab-and-go.
- High protein and fiber. A breakfast that will help you reach a higher overall protein and fiber intake! Each serving has about 34 grams of protein and 12 grams of fiber! Both nutrients increase feelings of fullness and satisfaction so you’re less likely to overindulge at your next meal or turn to convenience snacks.
- May improve the composition of your gut microbiome. I love using Greek yogurt in overnight oats because it contains live, active cultures to promote a more diverse gut microbiome. Many brands, like Chobani, list the probiotic strains on the label. It’s one of the very few probiotic foods available. The fiber from the chia seeds are considered prebiotics- which help to feed that good bacteria in our gut.
Ingredients
Recipe makes 3 servings.
Overnight oats are one of the easiest breakfast meal prep options and can make those busy mornings a lot less stressful. When creating recipes, I aim to find a balance between taste and nutrition. This recipe feels decadent yet it’s high in protein, fiber, and probiotics to increase the diversity of that good bacteria in your gut!
Pistachio Pudding Overnight Oats Directions
This recipe makes 3 servings. Nutritionally, they are well-balanced and high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats! If you are trying to reach an overall higher protein and fiber intake, these easy meal prep overnight oats will help you do just that. Plus, they’re extremely delicious.
Easy Step-By-Step Instructions
- Add all base ingredients to a large airtight container or bowl. Whisk everything together until smooth and well-combined.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours.
- Separate into three bowls or jars for easy, grab-and-go breakfasts. Top with crushed pistachios, banana slices (best if added on the day of consumption), dark chocolate chips, and whipped cream.
Storage Guidelines
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days!
Variations Ideas
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make these dairy-free?
You can sub the Greek yogurt with a higher protein plant-based yogurt like Kite Hill. Another option is to use Lifeway vanilla flavored kefir in replace of Greek yogurt as it is 99% lactose-free and contains even more probiotics than yogurt. However, it does have less protein (add protein powder). You will need to decrease the amount of milk to about 1 1/2 cups.
Can I Use Instant or Steel-Cut Oats?
You can try it, but the texture will be different. Instant oats will provide a chewier texture and steel cut oats result in a tough consistency as well.
More Ideas to Prioritize Protein
— High Protein and Fiber Adult Lunchables
— High Protein Bowl Recipes
— 30 Breakfasts with 30 Grams of Protein
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Creamy High Protein Pistachio Pudding Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups vanilla or unflavored almond milk or preferred milk
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla) sub with higher protein plant-based yogurt for a dairy-free option
- 3 tablespoons Instant Jell-O Pistachio Pudding Mix
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 scoops vanilla or unflavored protein powder optional
- 1 teaspoon honey or more, taste test after refrigeration
- Toppings: crushed pistachios, whipped cream, sliced bananas or mixed berries, dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Add all base ingredients to a large airtight container or bowl. Whisk everything together until smooth and well-combined.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours.
- Separate into three bowls or jars for easy, grab-and-go breakfasts. Top with crushed pistachios, banana slices (best if added on the day of consumption), dark chocolate chips, and whipped cream. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Adjust honey based on your sweetness preferences. Flavored yogurt and vanilla protein powder add sweetness. If omitted, this recipe may need more honey or your preferred sweetener.
- This recipe has about 20 grams of protein without protein powder with pistachios as a topping. To increase the protein content without protein powder, sub the almond milk with Fairlife or skim milk.