This protein oatmeal recipe packs 30 grams of protein per serving and is a delicious and nutritious breakfast to start your day!

You probably know that oatmeal is one of my tried-and-true favourite breakfast foods ever. It’s incredibly versatile, I could eat it 100 different ways!

Not only is it packed with fiber, but it also boasts a wealth of vitamins and minerals that contribute to a balanced diet. However, one thing oatmeal isn’t particularly high in is protein. Adding protein to your oatmeal can help reduce cravings and increase feelings of fullness, making it a more complete meal.

Protein is certainly having its moment, I mean, for good reason. It’s an important macronutrient that contributes to building and repairing muscles and bones, and also to making hormones and enzymes.

Today, I am sharing a protein oatmeal recipe – a spin-off of my favourite whipped banana oatmeal – that you can try any day of the week. This recipe combines the heartiness of oats with the sustaining power of protein, ensuring you stay satisfied and energised throughout your busy day.

Best Protein Oatmeal Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup protein oats* or rolled oats
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 ripe banana, thinly sliced
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1/3 cup whole milk cottage cheese
• 1 Tbsp almond butter
• a dollop of Greek yoghurt (optional)

How To Make Protein Oatmeal

Step 1

Cook the oats by combining protein (or rolled) oats, water, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice a half of a ripe banana into very thin pieces into the pot.

Step 3

Walk away for a few minutes while the oatmeal heats.

Step 4

Once it begins to bubble, stir vigorously at times to “whip” the banana into the oats. The oats will take about 5 minutes on medium heat from start to finish to fully absorb the liquid. They’re done when they reach your desired consistency.

Step 5

Take off heat and stir in protein powder and cottage cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serves 1.

• Calories: 437 kcal
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 17g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 5g

Recipe Notes

• Add a sprinkle of chia seeds while cooking for extra fiber.
• Drizzle your bowl of oatmeal with a touch of maple syrup for a bit of sweetness; see this post for more healthy ways to sweeten oatmeal.
• Feel free to use a plant based protein powder if that’s your preference; I personally wouldn’t choose chocolate protein powder, but that’s up to you!
• You could use steel cut oats if you prefer that texture. Note: the cooking time will likely be longer.

What are protein oats?

Bob’s Red Mill Protein Oats pack 10 grams of protein per serving from just one simple ingredient—whole grain rolled oats—with no added protein powders. Instead, they’re grown from a special conventionally bred variety that is higher in protein and less processed than traditional oats. Not sponsored.

Be sure to check out my friend Brittany’s protein oatmeal recipe, too – it’s a good one!

All of my oatmeal recipes are linked here.

Have you tried adding protein powder to oatmeal?

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