Chocolate Protein Oats: Meal Prep

Instructions:

1. Combine rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and chia seeds in a bowl or two jars. Note: This prevents the powder from clumping when wet.
2. Whisk the dry mixture until it looks like a uniform, sandy brown powder with no visible streaks.
3. Pour in the almond milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Note: The yogurt adds the necessary viscosity.
4. Mix vigorously until the mixture is smooth and glossy, ensuring no dry pockets of powder remain at the bottom.
5. Shake the jars for 30 seconds if you're mixing directly in them.
6. Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips. Note: Folding prevents them from sinking to the bottom.
7. Seal the lids tightly to prevent the oats from absorbing fridge odors.
8. Place the jars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until the liquid is fully absorbed and the texture is thick.