High Protein Peanut Butter Oatmeal
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop (approx. 30g) vanilla or chocolate whey/plant-based protein powder
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of sea salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the rolled oats, liquid of choice (water or milk), and a pinch of salt. The salt helps to bring out the natural nuttiness of the oats.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir occasionally until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and reached your desired thickness.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. This is a crucial step! Stir in the protein powder and cinnamon immediately. Removing from heat prevents the protein from “cooking” and becoming rubbery or grainy. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a small splash of extra milk.
- Fold in the tablespoon of peanut butter. You can stir it in completely for a uniform flavor or leave a few swirls for a beautiful presentation. Transfer the oatmeal to a bowl.