How to Make High-Protein Oatmeal Fit for the King - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a hearty and satisfying breakfast option that will keep you full and fueled all morning long? Look no further than this High-Protein Oatmeal Fit for the King recipe! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, this oatmeal dish is the perfect way to start your day off right.

Not only is this oatmeal delicious, but it's also incredibly nutritious. With a high protein content, it's the ideal breakfast for anyone looking to fuel up before a busy day. Plus, th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 cup milk, or more as needed
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter, or to taste
  • ½ banana, sliced
  • 1 slice cooked bacon, crumbled

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Whisk egg with 1 tablespoon milk in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Bring 1 cup milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg to a boil in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring often. Mix in oats and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour beaten egg mixture slowly into the oats, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until egg is fully cooked and oatmeal is very thick and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add additional milk if oatmeal gets too thick.
  • Pour oatmeal into a heat-proof bowl; mix in maple syrup and peanut butter. Top with banana slices and crumbled bacon.
  • Nutrition

    284 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 206mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 191mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 485mg