Dairy-Free Creamy Protein Oats
Start your day with a nourishing and delicious bowl of Dairy-Free Creamy Protein Oats! This quick and easy recipe combines wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond milk, ripe banana, and chia seeds to create a naturally sweet, creamy base that’s perfect for busy mornings. A scoop of vanilla protein powder amps up the protein content, keeping you full and energized, while warming cinnamon and a touch of maple syrup enhance the flavor. Topped with juicy blueberries and crunchy sliced almonds, this breakfast is packed with nutrients, bursting with flavor, and free of dairy—making it ideal for plant-based diets or anyone looking for a lighter alternative. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate satisfying and health-conscious start to your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1 banana, ripe and mashed
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 cup blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats and almond milk over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and add the mashed banana. Stir well to combine the flavors.
Allow the oats to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they begin to thicken.
Add the vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, and cinnamon to the saucepan. Stir until everything is well incorporated and the oats are creamy.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until desired consistency is reached.
Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken further.
Divide the oats into two bowls. Top each serving with fresh blueberries and sliced almonds.
Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious, dairy-free creamy protein oats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 479 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.4 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1064 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
