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High Protein Steel Cut Oats

This recipe is an easy, healthy breakfast you can cook overnight in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings: 3
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 353
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup steel-cut oats
  • 3 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk or water for fewer calories
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder adjust based on preference
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds for extra protein and fiber
  • 1 tbsp flaxseeds or hemp seeds
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey optional, adjust to taste
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese stirred in before serving for creaminess and protein
  • ½ cup berries or diced apple optional
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts almonds, walnuts, or pecans for crunch

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

  1. Grease the Slow Cooker: Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or coconut oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Add Ingredients: Pour in the steel-cut oats, almond milk (or water), chia seeds, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well.
  3. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally if possible.
  4. Add Protein: Once cooked, stir in the protein powder and Greek yogurt or cottage cheese until fully combined.
  5. Serve & Top: Spoon into bowls and add your favorite toppings like nuts, fruit, or extra cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 265gCalories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 16gFat: 7g

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