If you love the classic Snickers combination of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts, these Snickers Overnight Protein Oats With Magic Chocolate Shell are about to become your new breakfast obsession. Creamy, satisfying, and packed with protein, this recipe turns a simple jar of overnight oats into a dessert-like meal that still fuels your body and keeps you full for hours. This recipe is for one. All for you. No need to share.

Overnight oats are already a favourite for busy mornings, but this version takes things to the next level. The base is made with rolled oats, milk, and protein powder for a thick, creamy texture that supports muscle recovery and steady energy. A layer of caramel-style flavour adds sweetness without refined sugar overload, while chopped peanuts bring that unmistakable Snickers crunch.

The real magic, however, is the chocolate shell. When melted chocolate mixed with a touch of coconut oil hits the cold oats, it hardens instantly, creating a crackable chocolate layer that feels incredibly indulgent. It’s the kind of detail that makes this recipe feel like a treat, even though it’s made with nourishing, real ingredients.

These Snickers overnight protein oats are perfect for meal prep. You can make them the night before, store them in the fridge, and wake up to a ready-made breakfast that tastes like dessert but keeps you energised and satisfied. The balance of protein, fibre, and healthy fats helps prevent mid-morning cravings and supports stable blood sugar levels.

This recipe is also easy to customise. Use dairy-free milk or yogurt if needed, swap peanuts for almond or cashew butter, or add a pinch of sea salt for a salted caramel twist. You can even increase the protein by adding collagen or extra protein powder without compromising the texture.

Whether you enjoy it as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-workout meal, or a healthy dessert, these Snickers Overnight Protein Oats prove that eating well doesn’t mean giving up the flavours you love.

Snickers Overnight Protein Oats With Magic Chocolate Shell

This Snickers Overnight Oats protein for one recipe blends the iconic flavors of the beloved candy bar with the simplicity of everyday ingredients, offering a dessert-like experience in a healthy breakfast bowl. In just 5 minutes or less, you can enjoy over 30g of protein.

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, snickers overnight protein oats, snickers overnight protein oats recipe, snickers overnight protein oats with chocolate, snickers overnight protein oats with magic chocolate shell

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup milk of choice
• 1/3 cup thick Greek-style yogurt
• 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons date caramel – store bought or recipe below in notes
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts, raw or roasted

Magic Chocolate Shell

• 1/4 cup chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Toppings Optional

• Fresh or freeze-dried fruit
• Shredded coconut
• Drizzle nut butter

Instructions

• Mix oats, milk, yogurt, protein powder, and date caramel in a jar.

  Stir in peanuts, cover, and refrigerate overnight.

Magic Chocolate Shell

• Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave with 15 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 over cold oats and let set before cracking and enjoying.  

Notes

Date Caramel Sauce

1 cup dates, soaked at least 30 minutes and drained

1/2 cup coconut milk or cream, full fat

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch sea salt

Combine all the ingredients in a high speed blender.

Blend on high until very smooth and creamy. You can adjust the consistency by adding more coconut milk if it is too thick to pour easily.

Keep in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, ready to dollop on EVERYTHING!

 

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