Description
This Protein Powder Oatmeal recipe is a quick, nutritious, and customizable breakfast option packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized throughout the day. Combining rolled oats with your favorite protein powder, optional mashed banana for natural sweetness, and a hint of cinnamon, this creamy oatmeal can be topped with nut butter, fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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Oatmeal Base
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup water or milk of choice
- 1/2 banana, mashed (optional for sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Protein & Toppings
- 1 scoop protein powder (any flavor)
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (optional)
- Fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds for topping
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 cup water or milk, mashed 1/2 banana if using, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. This mixture forms the base of your oatmeal.
- Cook the Oats: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, cooking until the oats are soft and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove from Heat: Take the saucepan off the heat and allow the oatmeal to cool slightly to prevent protein powder from clumping.
- Stir in Protein Powder: Add 1 scoop of your preferred protein powder to the warm oatmeal. Stir thoroughly until the powder is fully dissolved and the mixture becomes creamy. If the oatmeal is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Transfer the oatmeal to a bowl and top with 1 tablespoon nut butter and any fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds you like. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use flavored protein powders like vanilla or chocolate to enhance the taste, or unflavored if you prefer a simple base.
- This recipe can be prepared in the microwave by cooking the oats with liquid for 2–3 minutes, then stirring in the protein powder.
- To keep the recipe gluten-free, ensure you use certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more mashed banana or sweetener if desired.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
