Protein Oatmeal (Printable Version)

Creamy oats with vanilla protein powder, maple, banana, nuts and berries for a filling, protein-packed breakfast.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 (such as almonds or walnuts)
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh berries

# How to Make:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, unsweetened milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
02 - Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are creamy and softened.
03 - Remove the saucepan from heat and let cool for one minute. Stir in vanilla protein powder until fully blended and smooth.
04 - Stir in maple syrup or honey thoroughly.
05 - Divide the cooked oatmeal between serving bowls. Garnish with banana slices, chopped nuts, chia seeds, and fresh berries as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Your morning suddenly feels like a cozy café when you dress up a humble oat bowl with creamy protein and toppings.
  • It easily keeps you full for hours so you won't be eyeing snacks before lunch.
02 -
  • If you add the protein powder while the pot is still on the heat, it can clump or taste chalky—wait that extra minute.
  • Swapping in oat or almond milk changes the flavor—sometimes unexpectedly for the better—so it's worth experimenting.
03 -
  • Keep the heat gentle—a rushed oatmeal can burn fast and lose creaminess.
  • Let your protein powder dissolve for 30 seconds before stirring to a silky finish.

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