Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Oatmeal
Enjoy a fast high protein delicious meal this week! Only taking 5 mins to make, this meal is great for when you are on the go and need something nutritious to fuel your day!
Prep: 3 Mins Cook Time: 5 Mins Total Time: 8 Mins Serving: 1
Calories: 589kcal Carbohydrates: 62g Protein: 22g Fat: 30g
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup 3-minute steel cut oats
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 scoop collagen powder or protein powder, optional
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or water
- 1 Tbsp natural creamy peanut butter heaping
- 1 Tbsp berry jam heaping, or fresh/frozen fruit
- 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt optional
- 2 Tbsp chopped walnuts optional topping
Instructions:
- Combine 3-minute steel-cut oats, chia seeds, collagen/protein powder, cinnamon and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
- Add unsweetened almond milk (or water/desired liquid) and stir well until all ingredients are incorporated evenly.
- Microwave oats for 2.5 minutes in 45 second intervals, stirring between each (to avoid the bowl overflowing). Add more or less time, depending on how thick/runny you like your oatmeal.
- When you have reached the desired consistency, remove from microwave and add toppings: 1 heaping Tbsp of peanut butter, 1 heaping Tbsp of berry jam, 1-2 Tbsp of plain Greek yogurt, and chopped walnuts or pecans (if desired). Serve immediately and enjoy!
Original recipe can be found at Wellness for the win here!
