Jump To Recipeby Liz Thomson
April 7, 2023This post may contain affiliate links.
These tasty overnight oats get a boost of protein from creamy cottage cheese! They’re a satisfying breakfast that is perfect for busy mornings!
I’ve been loving overnight oats lately. From my banana bread version to peanut butter oats, I’ve had fun experimenting with different combinations! I’ve recently started eating more cottage cheese because it’s an easy way to add protein to my diet. It got me thinking, why not add cottage cheese to my oats? It worked beautifully and created satisfying, rich, creamy oats — thanks to all the protein! You’ll have a tasty breakfast ready in no time!
Why I Love This Recipe
These overnight oats are protein-packed
You can make this healthy breakfast in advance
There are lots of substitution options
It’s absolutely delicious!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Rolled oats: Also known as old-fashioned oats, these oats have a hearty, chewy texture. You can also use instant oats. Do not use steel cut oats as they don’t soften the same way.
Almond milk: I used almond milk but you can use any milk you like.
Cottage cheese: I used 4% milk fat but 2% works well, too. Cottage cheese is a good source of protein and calcium. You can also make this recipe with Greek yogurt if you don’t have cottage cheese.
Honey or maple syrup: Feel free to substitute with any sweetener you like.
Vanilla: A splash of vanilla extract adds a little sweetness but you can skip it if you don’t have it.
Fresh or frozen berries: I used a blend of frozen raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.
How do you make overnight oats?
originally posted April 7, 2023 (updated July 3, 2023)by Liz Thomson categories:Breakfast26 comments
Mmm now that the warmed days are coming up cool breakfasts like this are a must! Love the idea of the cottage cheese in here for the added protein..such a wonderful start to the day!
I never thought to use cottage cheese in overnight oats before I found your recipe, but I’m so glad I tried it! The cottage cheese made the oats super creamy and I love the extra protein it added too!
Overnight oats always save my life. They help me save time daily. Your recipe makes me dram about breakfast the next morning. Thanks for sharing.
I love a quick and easy breakfast, and particularly love that this includes cottage cheese. Can’t wait to give these overnight oats a try this week!
Mmm now that the warmed days are coming up cool breakfasts like this are a must! Love the idea of the cottage cheese in here for the added protein..such a wonderful start to the day!
I love cottage cheese and overnight oats, but hadn’t tried them together before. Absolutely delicious! I will definitely make these again!
I’ve never thought to put cottage cheese into my overnight oats! What a great way to add some extra protein to your breakfast, I gotta try these asap!
Protein packed and delish. Gonna be my new fav for a grab and go protein brekkie!
I never thought to use cottage cheese in overnight oats before I found your recipe, but I’m so glad I tried it! The cottage cheese made the oats super creamy and I love the extra protein it added too!
First time making overnight oats and they were a success! I added flaxseed to mine too. Super delicious!
We love overnight oats, and cottage cheese is a perfect addition! (I always forget how versatile it is.) Love the extra protein boost, too.
Love that you used cottage cheese as your protein source in these overnight oats. They are perfect for a quick on-the-go breakfast!