Can you imagine what it is like waking up to a Snickers bar in a bowl? That is what you get with this recipe when you combine oats with chocolate and peanut butter layers.

Called overnight oats, its high in protein with the addition of cottage cheese blended smooth and protein powder. Its packed with healthy fats and fan-favorite candy bar flavors for a filling to-die-for breakfast!

The idea is to send the cottage cheese on a trip through the food processor to remove any curdled texture before it’s combined with the oats, so you are left with a silky, creamy base. And it’s naturally sweetened with honey.

If you have a sweet tooth but want a healthier option, this is the perfect snack to make!  This recipe has been having a moment on social media recently, so I had to try it out for myself to see what all the hype was about. Let me tell you, there is a reason everyone is making this… it’s delicious!

I’ve been loving having this after dinner when I’m craving something sweet and salty. I love how easy this is to make, and since it’s full of protein, it will keep you feeling full and satisfied, and honestly its so much fun to crack open and eat!

With healthy fats from peanuts and peanut butter, hearty rolled oats, and a chocolate layer, it’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast or delicious snack.

Whether you’re prepping it for the next morning or looking for a satisfying way to enjoy Snickers-inspired flavors, this recipe is one you will come back to again and again!

Lately, you might have noticed a surge in cottage cheese recipes on social media, from cottage cheese pancakes to homemade cottage cheese ice cream. However, I think this overnight oats treat deserves a special attention for a good reason.

What sets this delicious recipe apart is that, despite the cottage cheese in the mix, there’s smooth texture and no cottage cheese taste. It’s not just a delicious dessert but also a healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

If you are looking for a unique high-protein snack or breakfast idea, give this sweet treat a try. It’s a delicious and easy way to enjoy the goodness of cottage cheese in a whole new light. So, whip it up and indulge in a creamy texture of this protein-packed, refined sugar free delight that’s simply irresistible!

Why you will love this recipe:

Snickers-Inspired Flavor: Get all the best Snickers flavors with creamy oats, rich chocolate, and crunchy peanuts—perfect for a sweet tooth!

High Protein: Packed with protein from oats, protein powder, and cottage cheese, making it an ideal choice to keep you full.

Easy Overnight Prep: Just mix, refrigerate, and wake up to a tasty breakfast without any hassle!

This easy to make overnight oats is the perfect dessert if you are craving something sweet. It tastes like a yummy cheesecake. But not only is it wayyyyy lower in calories than an actual piece of cheesecake, it is loaded with protein and tastes absolutely amazing. It is a must try!

Snickers Protein Overnight Oats

If you are looking for a quick breakfast, or something that is great for on the go, this snickers inspired pudding is the best! It’s so easy to make, tastes like dessert for breakfast,and is packed full of nutrients!

 

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy overnight oats, healthy protein overnight oats, snickers overnight oats, snickers protein overnight oats

Servings 2

Ingredients

Overnight Oats

• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 3/4 cup almond (or any other) milk
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 2 scoops protein or collagen powder
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons peanut (or any other nut or seed) butter

Caramel Layer

• 2 tablespoons store bought Caramel Syrup, or make your own sugar free Date Caramel – recipe below in notes

Chocolate Topping

• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons peanuts, chopped

Instructions

• If you are going to make your own homemade date caramel, make this first so you have it ready to go when you make your overnight oats.

  Recipe below in notes and it will make enough so you can dollop it on all sort of yummy things from a dipping sauce for fruits and veges to frosting for cupcakes or as a topping on ice cream.

Overnight Oats

• In a food processor, combine oats, almond milk, cottage cheese, protein powder, honey and peanut butter and process until smooth.

Caramel Layer

• Add the caramel on top of the oat mixture in each bowl.

Chocolate Topping

• The melted chocolate topping is added to the top of each bowl when ready to serve or if you prefer,you can simple fold the chocolate chips into the oat, cottage cheese mixture.

  Divide the mixture between 2 serving bowl and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight so the oats soften and absorb the flavors.

  Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave with 10 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.

  Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.

  Once melted, pour the chocolate over the oat mixture in the serving bowls and add 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts to each bowl,

  Expert Recipe Tips

  Make It Your Own: Feel free to add an extra scoop of protein powder if you are looking for an even bigger protein boost. This recipe is all about keeping you full and fueled!

  Sweetness Level: If you have a sweet tooth, you can add a little extra maple syrup or even a dash of honey. Adjusting to your taste makes it even better!

  Easy Meal Prep: These oats are perfect for prepping ahead! Whip up a batch and you have got a delicious, ready-to-go breakfast for a few days.

  Hot or Cold?: Enjoy these oats cold for that classic overnight oats feel, or heat them up for a cozy, chocolatey treat in the morning. Both ways are delicious!

   

   

Notes

So Good Healthy Date Caramel

Easy, 3-ingredient caramel made with creamy puréed dates, coconut cream with a touch of vanilla extract for a healthy alternative to caramel made with sugar and dairy. 

Date caramel is extremely versatile and can be used in a number of different ways. The recipe is so easy, softened dates blitzed together with coconut cream and a dash of vanilla - so simple but, oh my goodness, it’s so good.

Dates are considered super healthy because they are packed with nutrients, including fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor plant compounds. In addition, they are low on the glycemic index (don’t spike blood sugar) and support bone and brain health.

A versatile, naturally sweetened, raw caramel perfect for adding caramel flavor to a variety of dishes. You do need to keep a jar of this deliciousness in your fridge so you can add a dollop to EVERYTHING!

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