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 favorite 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 make hormones and enzymes.
Today, I am sharing a protein oatmeal recipe – a spin-off of my favorite 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 energized 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
- dollop of Greek yogurt (optional)
How To Make Protein Oatmeal
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Pour into your bowl and add desired toppings (like fresh berries and nut butter) – enjoy!
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?
You may also enjoy:
- The Best Overnight Oats Recipes (great for meal prep)
- How To Make Creamy Oatmeal
- Baked Oatmeal Recipe
MH in OH says
I didn’t know Bob’s had protein oats! I will have to check them out.
Alma says
I’ve been using these protein oats for a few months now and I love them! I use them everywhere besides oatmeal: granola, breads, etc. I have not tried protein powder but will do that soon!
Amanda says
I generally make my oatmeal (steel cut oats) in my Zojirushi rice cooker. It’s so easy and turns out perfect oatmeal every time. Yesterday I stirred a scoop of Orgain vanilla protein powder and a large spoonful of cottage cheese in at the end of cooking and it was delicious. Topped with a little PB and some fresh fruit…it kept me full until lunchtime. I wasn’t sure how protein powder would taste in oatmeal but after reading your post I thought I’d give it a try. So glad I did!
Kath Younger says
Awesome!