Protein Oatmeal Breakfast Bowl (Printable)

Vanilla protein oats with milk, maple, banana, nuts and berries for a satiating breakfast or post-workout bowl.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 cup rolled oats

02 - 2 cups unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based)

03 - 1 pinch salt

04 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 30 grams)

05 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

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

01 - Add rolled oats, unsweetened milk, and salt to a medium saucepan and place over medium heat.

02 - Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats reach a creamy consistency.

03 - Remove saucepan from heat and allow to cool for 1 minute; thoroughly stir in vanilla protein powder until fully smooth.

04 - Gently mix in maple syrup or honey until combined.

05 - Divide oatmeal into serving bowls and garnish with sliced banana, chopped nuts, chia seeds, and fresh berries as desired.

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This isn't just breakfast: it's power and comfort in one bowl, ready in minutes.
You can endlessly personalize it with your favorite toppings or adjust the sweetness every single time.

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If you add the protein powder while the oats are still boiling hot, it can clump and get chalky—patience is key here.
I never knew how much toppings could change things: chopped nuts and a handful of fresh berries can turn this from simple to gourmet in seconds.

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Don’t walk away while the oats simmer—catching them just before sticking saves cleanup time and flavor.
Mix the protein powder with a few tablespoons of hot oatmeal first to form a slurry, then blend it into the rest for ultimate smoothness.