High Protein Creamy Oatmeal with Banana Slices
Start your morning with a nutritious and satisfying boost with this High Protein Creamy Oatmeal with Banana Slices! Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds, and a scoop of vanilla protein powder, this recipe delivers a creamy, protein-rich breakfast that keeps you fueled for hours. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and topped with ripe banana slices, crunchy almonds or walnuts, and optionally fresh berries, it's a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Easy to make in under 15 minutes, this hearty oatmeal is ideal for busy mornings or post-workout recovery. Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast idea or a high-protein meal to jumpstart your day, this bowl of goodness checks all the boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 2 cups Milk or plant-based milk
- 1 scoop Vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 Banana
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 pinch Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds or walnuts
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk or plant-based milk, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are creamy and tender.
Stir in the vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and ground cinnamon, mixing until well combined and dissolved.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken slightly.
Meanwhile, peel the banana and slice it evenly.
Divide the oatmeal into two bowls, topping each with banana slices.
Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the banana and oatmeal.
Sprinkle sliced almonds or walnuts, and add fresh berries if using.
Serve warm and enjoy a protein-packed start to your day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 491 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 934 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1863 mg | 40% | |
*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.
