This Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats recipe provides a protein-packed, filling, and blood sugar stabilizing way to enjoy chocolate for breakfast.
Protein-packed overnight oats
Pomegranates rock! They are a major bonus of the fall harvest. The first time I ever saw a pomegranate was at Costco when I was offered a sample. I honestly had no idea what to do with it. Do you chew the seeds, or suck the juice? Turns out the seeds are the edible part of the fruit and they are fantastic!
I have since enjoyed pomegranate seeds (arils) on yogurt, in salads, cooked into pancakes, and in whole grain side dishes like quinoa, farro, wheat berries, freekeh, and sorghum. They’re even delish with roasted Brussels sprouts.
Overnight oats have become somewhat of an obsession of mine. As a busy mom and full-time registered dietitian, the only way I guarantee myself a well balanced breakfast is to do some prep work in advance. This recipe can be made in less than 5 minutes, and after a few hours or overnight in the fridge, it’s ready to grab and go.
I’ve specialized in weight management and prediabetes for almost 3 decades now and the game changer to help my patients is the rise in GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Monjauro, and Zepbound. When taking these medications, it’s critical to consume adequate protein to prevent excess muscle loss that can accompany a significant weight loss. Recipes like this Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats can help to hit protein goals, especially since people have the most difficulty consuming enough protein in the morning.
This recipe is packed with 25 grams of protein, 9 grams of fiber, and contains only 280 calories. It’s also low in sodium with only 130mg! Both pomegranates and cocoa powder are delicious sources of natural antioxidants, and the beta-glucan soluble fiber in oats has been shown to help lower LDL cholesterol. This recipe also provides 30% of the daily recommended value for calcium.
Enjoy this deliciousness as a post-workout refuel or a satisfying breakfast to prevent the mid-morning blood sugar crash. As with any overnight oats, it’s totally customizable. Add more pomegranate, increase the sweetener, or decrease the cocoa powder. Mix things up by swapping in plant-based protein instead of whey. Recently I began adding a tablespoon or two of pistachios for some unsaturated fat and a more blood sugar stabilizing profile. Follow your taste buds and have fun, it’s totally up to you. Enjoy!
Enjoy chocolate for #breakfast with this protein-packed Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats
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Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tablespoons (1/2 scoop) chocolate whey protein powder (or plant based if preferred)
- 1 packet stevia or preferred sweetener
- 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond (or cashew, coconut, or oat milk)
- 1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
- In a Mason jar or glass container add oats, chia, cocoa powder, protein powder and stevia and stir.
- Add almond milk and stir to combine.
- Add yogurt and stir again until no dry ingredients are visible.
- Add pomegranates, reserving a tablespoon to add to the top later for garnish.
- Cover and place in refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Top with remaining pomegranate arils and enjoy.
Nutrition
Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats Nutrition Facts Label
Do you love overnight oats? What are some of your favorite combos? Please share with me in the comments below!
A few of my faves are listed below. All are high in protein with little, if any added sugar.
Peppermint Mocha Overnight Oats
Pumpkin Fig Pistachio Overnight Oats
Creamy Orange Overnight Oats
Gut Healing Overnight Oats
Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Maple Pumpkin Banana Overnight Oats
Candy Corn Overnight Oats
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats
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Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats
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