Meal Planning Series: Easy High-Protein Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats

If you’re building a weekly meal plan and want something easy, high-protein, and genuinely satisfying, this Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats recipe deserves a permanent spot in your fridge.It tastes like dessert.It fuels like breakfast.And it takes under 10 minutes to prep.In this edition of our Meal Planning Series, we’re sharing a protein-packed overnight oats recipe made with oats, banana, and a peanut butter Mānuka honey drizzle. For this one, we used our MGO 85+ from the Table Collection — a beautifully smooth, everyday strength that’s perfect for sweetening breakfast naturally.

When you’re juggling work, workouts, family life, or simply trying to stay consistent with your nutrition, mornings can feel rushed. That’s where overnight oats shine.Why they work:

• Prep once, eat all week
• High in fibre and complex carbs
• Easy to boost with protein
• Naturally refined sugar free
• Portable and fridge-friendly

You simply mix, chill, and wake up to breakfast ready and waiting.

This isn’t just regular overnight oats. This version leans into rich cocoa and ripe banana to create a chocolate brownie flavour — but without the sugar crash.The banana adds natural sweetness and creaminess.The oats give slow-release energy.The protein keeps you full longer.And the peanut butter Mānuka honey drizzle ties everything together. Using MGO 85+ Mānuka Honey adds gentle sweetness with depth, without overpowering the chocolate notes. It blends seamlessly into the peanut butter for that glossy, spoon-licking finish.

What Makes This Breakfast High-Protein? The protein boost comes from:

• Rolled oats (naturally containing plant protein)
• Protein powder (choose whey or plant-based)
• Peanut butter
• Milk or yoghurt (depending on what you use)

Together, they create a balanced breakfast that supports muscle recovery, keeps hunger steady, and helps prevent mid-morning snack cravings.For anyone building a consistent gym routine, managing busy mornings, or simply wanting a more filling start to the day — this is an easy win.

Base (in each container)

• 1/3 cup Rolled oats
• x2 scoops chocolate protein powder
• 1 ripe banana
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 tsp chia seeds (optional but great for texture)

Topping:

• 1 tsp peanut butter
• 1 tsp water 
• 1 tsp MGO 85+ Mānuka Honey
• Few pieces of sliced banana
• 1 tsp cacao nibs (optional)

Simple, everyday ingredients — nothing complicated. 

Our MGO 85+ is part of the Table Collection, designed for daily use — spreading, baking, sweetening and drizzling.It’s:

• Smooth and easy to mix
• Mild in flavour
• Ideal for everyday sweetening
• A natural alternative to refined sugar

For a breakfast recipe like this, you don’t want an overpowering honey flavour — you want something that enhances chocolate and peanut butter. MGO 85+ does exactly that. Meal planning tip: make 3–4 jars at once.

• Pour in oats, cinnamon, chia seeds, protein powder into a small container.

• Mash the banana and add into the jars along with milk and honey.

• Mix all the ingredients together. 

• Seal and refrigerate overnight.
• In the morning, warm peanut butter slightly and mix with Mānuka honey and water.

• Drizzle generously over the top and add desired toppings.

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days for best texture. If you prefer it slightly warm, microwave for 30–60 seconds before adding the drizzle.The Peanut Butter Mānuka Honey Drizzle (The Best Part)This simple drizzle transforms the texture completely.When peanut butter and Mānuka honey combine, they create:

• A glossy, rich topping
• Extra protein and nourishing fats
• Natural sweetness
• A chocolate-peanut butter brownie vibe

It feels indulgent — but it fits beautifully into a balanced meal plan.Nutrition Balance at a GlanceThis recipe offers:

• Complex carbohydrates for sustained energy
• Protein to support muscle and satiety
• Fibre for digestive support
• Healthy fats from peanut butter
• Natural sweetness from banana and honey

It’s not about restriction — it’s about smart swaps and balanced ingredients.Easy Variations