Protein Oatmeal

5 from 4 votes

Tired of clumpy oats? Try this 3 ingredient Protein Oatmeal. It's creamy, customizable and so satisfying. With 40 g of protein, it's the perfect for healthy breakfasts or post-workouts.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Clean eating, Gluten-free, High Protein, Low calorie, Vegan

Keyword: milk, oats, protein powder

Servings: servings

Ingredients

½ cup (50 g) rolled oats
⅓ cup (30 g) protein powder
1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice or water, I used semi-skimmed milk
a pinch of salt

Optional Ingredients

1 to 2 tsp maple syrup or honey, to taste
½ tsp vanilla extract
⅓ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Cook oatmeal without protein powder

In a nonstick pot, combine rolled oats with milk and a pinch of salt. For more flavor, add maple syrup to taste, ground cinnamon and vanilla extract.
½ cup (50 g) rolled oats, 1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice, 1 to 2 tsp maple syrup, ⅓ tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp vanilla extract, a pinch of salt
Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until the oatmeal reaches the desired texture. Stir regularly so that it does not stick to the pan.
Remove the pot with the cooked oats from the heat, preferably from the hot stovetop. If the porridge is steaming hot, let it cool for some minutes.

Add protein powder

Separately, scoop protein powder into a medium bowl.
⅓ cup (30 g) protein powder
Add 1 tablespoon of water or milk to the protein powder. Stir, adding more liquid in small increments, until a paste forms. It should be smooth and creamy, not too thick or runny.
Once creamy, stir the mixture into your oatmeal. If it gets too thick, adjust with a splash of milk.
Transfer to a bowl and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Microwave Protein Oatmeal

In a microwaveable bowl combine rolled oats with milk or water and a pinch of salt. For more flavor, add maple syrup to taste, ground cinnamon and vanilla extract.
Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, stirring in between.
Once cooked, add protein powder as described in the recipe directions above.

Storage Directions

To store – Portion leftovers into containers, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

To freeze – Freeze individual portions in freezer-safe airtight containers for up to 3 months.

To reheat – If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat it with a splash of milk on the stove or in the microwave. Use low heat, or your porridge may get grainy.

Nutritional Values

Nutritional values are provided for the basic recipe: prepared with semi-skimmed milk, grass-fed casein protein powder and no added maple syrup. Toppings are not included.
Precise nutritional values may vary. For accuracy, calculate your own macros based on the protein powder used and/or additional maple syrup and toppings.

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