Protein Oatmeal 30G Protein

Love oatmeal recipes? Try my overnight oats, overnight steel cut oats, brownie baked oatmeal, and baked oats. Adding protein powder to oatmeal is a fantastic way to transform a bowl of oats into something even more satisfying and delicious. These protein oats are a fantastic way to kickstart your morning.

Why add protein powder to oatmeal

Typically, one scoop of protein powder adds around 30 grams of protein, and I’ve been regularly doing this each morning. Protein is known for keeping you fuller for longer and helping repair muscles after exercise. What I love about this protein oatmeal recipe is just how easy it is to customize. There are tons of protein powder flavors out there, so you can enjoy chocolate oats, vanilla oats, cookie dough oats, and more. Like with protein overnight oats, you can make a big batch on the weekends and have breakfast sorted for the week ahead!

Ingredients needed

Rolled oats. Also known as old-fashioned oats. These have a chewier and more satisfying texture than instant oats. If you only have the latter, you can use them. Water. To cook the oats in (with the milk). For extra creamy protein oats, use all milk. Milk. I used unsweetened almond milk but any milk works, including soy milk, whole milk, and oat milk. Salt. Just a pinch to bring out the natural sweetness of the oats. Protein powder. Either flavored or unflavored. See my tips for choosing protein powder below. Mix-ins. Like any good bowl of oatmeal, you can flavor it up any way you like.

How to make protein oatmeal

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Casein protein powder. This protein provides the thickest texture. If you add casein protein, you will need to add an extra 1/2-1 cup of liquid to compensate for it. Brown rice protein powder. Vegan and gluten-free protein powder. It’s thick and mixes well, and can come in a variety of flavors. Be wary though, some brands can have an ‘earthy’ texture, meaning it can have a quite distinct taste. Stick to vanilla, chocolate, or plain varieties. Whey protein powder. While not as thick as the other two kinds of powder, whey is easy to find at any grocery store and has minimal ingredients.

Step 1- Cook the oats. Using either the stovetop or the microwave method, combine the oats, water, milk, and salt and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the oats are thick. Step 2- Add protein powder. Moving quickly, whisk in the protein powder, ensuring there are no clumps throughout. If the oatmeal is too thick, stir through some milk or water. Step 3- Add toppings. Top with fresh fruit, maple syrup, nut butter, chocolate, or whatever toppings you like.

Arman’s recipe tips

Adjust the consistency. If you prefer soupy and thinner oatmeal, add more liquid. If you prefer stick-to-your-ribs oats, use less liquid. Thicken the oats. Another trick to thicken oatmeal is to add 1-2 teaspoons of chia seeds or ground flaxseed. These not only make the oats heartier, but they also pack in 4-5 grams of fiber! Add mix-ins. Fresh berries, bananas, peanut butter, almond butter, walnuts, cinnamon, or Greek yogurt are fabulous additions. Make chocolate protein oatmeal. Use chocolate protein powder and add some cheeky chocolate chips. Use other protein. If you don’t like protein powder, you can add Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or high-protein milk and still enjoy a high-protein oatmeal.

Storage instructions

To store: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge, covered, for up to five days. To freeze: Place the cooked and cooled oats in freezer-safe containers and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. Reheating: Microwave the oats for 30-40 seconds until warm. Add more milk or water, if needed.