Protein Oatmeal Breakfast (Printer-friendly)
High-protein oatmeal with rolled oats, milk, vanilla protein powder and maple, topped with banana, nuts and berries.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oats & Liquids
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 cups unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 pinch salt
→ Protein & Sweetener
04 - 1 scoop (about 30 g) vanilla protein powder
05 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
→ Toppings
06 - 1 small banana, sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh berries
# How to Make It:
01 - Add rolled oats, milk, and salt to a medium saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring mixture to a gentle boil.
02 - Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until oats are creamy and softened.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat. Allow mixture to cool for 1 minute, then blend in protein powder until smooth and fully combined.
04 - Stir in maple syrup or honey thoroughly.
05 - Divide oatmeal between serving bowls and garnish with banana slices, chopped nuts, chia seeds, and fresh berries as preferred.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You won't be hungry an hour later because this bowl is seriously hearty.
- It's endlessly customizable even if your pantry odds and ends are running low.
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- Protein powder clumps if the oatmeal is too hot—let it cool a moment before mixing.
- I learned sprinkling toppings when the oats are piping hot wilts the berries, so I wait until serving time for a fresher look.
03 -
- If you're in a hurry, microwave the oats and milk, then stir everything else in after.
- Warming the milk before combining with oats helps avoid sticking on the pan bottom.