Gluten-Free High-Protein Oatmeal
Start your morning off right with this **Gluten-Free High-Protein Oatmeal**, a wholesome and energizing breakfast that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring gluten-free rolled oats, chia seeds, and a boost of unsweetened protein powder, this powerhouse recipe is perfect for those seeking a hearty, protein-rich start to their day. Infused with warm hints of cinnamon and lightly sweetened with an optional touch of maple syrup or honey, this oatmeal is customizable to your taste. Topped with fresh berries or banana slices and a dollop of almond or peanut butter, it’s the ultimate combination of creamy, nutty, and fruity goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe is ideal for busy mornings and fits seamlessly into gluten-free or fitness-focused lifestyles. Perfect as a post-workout meal or a comforting breakfast bowl, this dish proves that healthy eating can be both simple and indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
- 2 cups Water or Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds
- 1 scoop Unsweetened Protein Powder (preferably vanilla or plain, ensure gluten-free)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey (optional for sweetness)
- 0.5 cup Fresh Berries or Banana Slices
- 1 tablespoon Almond Butter or Peanut Butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or unsweetened almond milk to a boil over medium heat.
Stir in the gluten-free rolled oats, reducing the heat to low. Let the oats simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the chia seeds, protein powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to the oatmeal, stirring well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Continue to cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and oats are tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the maple syrup or honey if using. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Divide the oatmeal between two bowls. Top with fresh berries or banana slices and a dollop of almond butter or peanut butter.
Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious and protein-packed breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.1 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 747 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.7 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 822 mg | 17% | |
*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.
