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Easy High-Protein Overnight Oat Parfait Recipe Kids Will Love

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A quick and nutritious high-protein overnight oat parfait that kids love, combining creamy oats, fresh fruit, and crunchy nuts for a delicious and fuss-free breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (225g) small-curd cottage cheese, preferably low-fat
  • ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk, any kind (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat milk)
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries), washed and sliced if needed
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) – optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds – optional but recommended

Instructions

  1. Combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats and 1 tablespoon chia seeds in a medium mixing bowl. Stir together to create a slightly gelled texture by morning.
  2. Add ¾ cup milk, 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup. Stir gently to combine without breaking up the cottage cheese too much. The mixture should be creamy but not soupy.
  3. Cover the bowl loosely and let the mixture sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to help the oats absorb some liquid before chilling.
  4. Spoon a few tablespoons of the oat mixture into jars or cups. Add a layer of fresh berries (about 2-3 tablespoons), then sprinkle with chopped nuts (1 tablespoon). Repeat layers until jars are nearly full, finishing with a layer of berries on top.
  5. Seal the containers tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
  6. In the morning, give the parfait a gentle stir if desired, or enjoy as is. Optionally, add a splash of milk or an extra drizzle of honey before serving.

Notes

Use small-curd cottage cheese for a smoother texture. Do not over-stir to avoid mushy oats. Layer nuts on top to keep them crunchy. Adjust sweetness to taste. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese and yogurt with coconut-based alternatives and add hemp seeds for protein. If mixture is too thick in the morning, stir in more milk to loosen. Store refrigerated up to 3 days; freezing not recommended.

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Keywords: overnight oats, high protein breakfast, kids breakfast, healthy parfait, easy breakfast, nutritious breakfast, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, chia seeds

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