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Oatmeal Protein Boost - Chocolate Protein

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
  • Milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
  • Water (optional, to adjust thickness)
  • Chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Banana or maple syrup (for sweetness)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Vanilla extract (optional)
  • Chia seeds or ground flax (optional, for extra fiber)
  • Nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew; optional)
  • Chocolate chips, cacao nibs, or chopped nuts (optional toppings)
  • Fresh berries or sliced banana (optional toppings)

Method
 

  1. Warm the base: In a small pot, add 1/2 cup rolled oats and 1 cup milk (or 3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup water for a lighter bowl). Heat over medium until it begins to bubble gently.
  2. Season early: Stir in a pinch of salt. This boosts flavor and keeps the oats from tasting flat.
  3. Cook to creamy: Simmer 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are soft and thick. If it gets too thick, splash in a little more milk.
  4. Make it chocolatey: Turn the heat to low and whisk in 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir until fully dissolved and smooth.
  5. Add sweetness: Mash in 1/2 a ripe banana for natural sweetness, or stir in 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup. Adjust to taste.
  6. Protein time: Remove the pot from heat. Sprinkle in 1 scoop chocolate protein powder and whisk well. If it gets pasty, add a splash of warm milk until creamy. Don’t add protein over high heat—it can clump.
  7. Boost nutrition (optional): Stir in 1 teaspoon chia or ground flax for extra fiber and thickness. Add 1 tablespoon nut butter for more richness and staying power.
  8. Finish with flavor: Add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract if you like. Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa.
  9. Top and serve: Pour into a bowl and top with sliced banana, berries, cacao nibs, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts. Eat warm.