High Protein Chocolate Steel Cut Oats

Name: High Protein Chocolate Steel Cut Oats
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup low fat milk (or any type of milk you wish); 1 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1/3 cup Chocolate Protein Powder; 2 tablespoons Bob's Red Mill Flax Seed Meal; 1 cup Bob's Red Mill Steel Cut Oats; mini chocolate chips, raspberries, milk (optional to serve)

These thick and hearty whole grain steel-cut oats are not only easy to make but rich in fiber, chocolately, and packed with 15 grams of protein.

Healthy High Protein Chocolate Steel Cut Oats

Now that school is back in session, I’m always looking for easy breakfast recipes that will keep my boys full and satisfied all morning long.

Steel-cut oats will always remind me of my childhood because my mom preferred them over old fashioned oats. Since they’re larger in size than old fashioned oats, the end result is chewier and heartier than traditional oatmeal.

What’s the difference between steel cut and old fashioned oats?

Old fashioned oats are simply steel-cut oats that have been hammered flat for quicker cooking. Both are healthy and nutritious.

Slightly nutty and toasted in flavor, I love to stir in all sorts of ingredients including strawberries, maple syrup, and, most recently, cocoa powder.

For added protein, I also add in Bob’s Red Mill protein powder. Whether you use chocolate, vanilla or chai flavored, adding protein powder is a great way to boost the nutritional value of a bowl of oats.

Liz Sprinkling Chocolate Chips on Oatmeal

Of course, the best part about eating oatmeal for breakfast is all of the toppings and garnishes you can add to serve! For a special treat I decided to add in mini chocolate chips and raspberries.

Peanut butter or toasted coconut flakes would also be super tasty on top of this bowl of high protein chocolate steel-cut oats.

What are your favorite mix-ins for oatmeal? I’d love to hear from you.

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