Easy Coconut Overnight Oats (Healthy Protein Recipe)

These coconut cream pie overnight oats taste like dessert — creamy coconut milk base, toasted coconut on top, and 25+ grams of protein per jar. Make-ahead breakfast that doesn’t feel like one.

Coconut cream pie overnight oats are cold soaked oats made with coconut milk and chia seeds, topped with a layer of coconut yogurt and toasted coconut flakes — a high-protein breakfast that tastes like the inside of a coconut cream pie. One jar packs around 25 grams of protein and takes 10 minutes to prep.

I made this one when I was full-on dreaming about coconut cream pie one afternoon (a creative process I stand by), and it turned into one of my most-saved overnight oats recipes. The toasted coconut on top is the move — don’t skip it. Three minutes in a pan and your kitchen smells like a bakery.

If you love this, also try my Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats, Banana Cream Pie Overnight Oats, or Raspberry White Chocolate Overnight Oats next.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 25+ grams of protein per jar — from protein powder, coconut yogurt, and chia seeds
• Tastes like coconut cream pie — without the crust-making energy required
• 10 minutes of prep — your morning self thanks your evening self
• Dairy-free and gluten-free friendly — easy swaps for both

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Exact measurements are in the recipe card below. These are notes only.)

For the oat base:

• Rolled oats — old-fashioned or quick rolled. Skip steel-cut (too chewy) and instant (turn to mush).
• Coconut milk — refrigerated unsweetened coconut milk is my go-to for everyday. Canned full-fat works for an extra-rich version but bumps the saturated fat significantly.
• Chia seeds — non-negotiable for the thick, pudding-like texture. Don’t skip.
• Vanilla protein powder — adds the protein and rounds out the sweetness. I use PEScience Gourmet Vanilla (code BAILEY for a discount).
• Unsweetened coconut flakes — mixed into the oats for coconut flavor in every bite.
• Maple syrup (optional) — skip if your protein powder is already sweet enough.

For the topping:

• Coconut yogurt — gives the cream pie vibe. Plain greek yogurt is a higher-protein swap if you don’t need it dairy-free.
• Toasted coconut flakes — this is the move. Three minutes in a dry pan over medium heat until golden.

Optional add-ins: fresh pineapple or mango (tropical version), graham cracker crumbs on top (for full pie energy), a pinch of salt to make everything pop.

How to Make Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats

1. Mix the oat base. In a jar or bowl, stir together oats, chia seeds, protein powder, coconut milk, coconut flakes, and maple syrup if using.
2. Chill. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is better).
3. Toast the coconut. In a small dry frying pan over medium heat, toast coconut flakes for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden brown. Watch them — they go from white to burnt fast.
4. Layer and top. In the morning, spoon coconut yogurt on top of the set oats, then sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
5. Grab and go. Eat cold or stir and warm in the microwave for 30–45 seconds if you prefer.

Variations and Substitutions

• Dairy-free: This recipe is already dairy-free if you use plant-based protein powder and stick with coconut yogurt.
• Higher protein: Swap coconut yogurt for plain greek yogurt and use a full scoop of protein powder. Brings you to 30+ grams.
• Tropical version: Add diced fresh pineapple or mango to the topping. Coconut + pineapple is undefeated.
• Coconut almond: Add 1 tablespoon almond butter to the oat base and slivered almonds on top.
• Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

Storage and Make-Ahead

These oats keep for 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Make 3–4 jars on Sunday night and breakfast is handled. Add the toasted coconut topping right before eating so it stays crunchy — soggy toasted coconut is a tragedy.

You can freeze the oat base (without yogurt or toasted coconut) for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then add the toppings fresh.

FAQs

How much protein is in coconut cream pie overnight oats? This recipe has about 25 grams of protein per jar — from vanilla protein powder, coconut yogurt, and chia seeds. Swapping coconut yogurt for plain greek yogurt brings it up to 30+ grams.

Can you use canned coconut milk for overnight oats? Yes, but refrigerated coconut milk (the kind you’d pour over cereal) mixes more smoothly and has less saturated fat. Canned full-fat coconut milk makes the oats extra rich but you may need to warm and stir it first to break up the solids.

How long do coconut overnight oats last in the fridge? 4 days in an airtight container. They’ll thicken the longer they sit — add a splash of coconut milk and stir if they get too thick. Add toasted coconut right before eating to keep it crunchy.

Do you have to toast the coconut? Technically no, but it’s the difference between regular coconut oats and coconut cream pie oats. Toasting brings out the natural sweetness and gives that bakery smell. Takes 3 minutes — worth it.

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