Protein Oats with Chia & Berries

• portions: 1

Ingrédients

½ cup rolled oats

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)

1 tbsp chia seeds

½ scoop–1 scoop vanilla protein powder (plant-based or whey isolate)

½ cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)

½ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

1 tsp nut butter (almond, peanut, or tahini – optional healthy fat)

Instructions

Cook the oats: In a small pot, bring milk to a simmer. Add oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Stir frequently and cook for 4–6 minutes, until thick and creamy.

Add protein: Remove from heat. Stir in protein powder and vanilla extract. (Add a splash more milk if it becomes too thick.)

Top it off: Add berries and a drizzle of nut butter.

Notes

Meal Prep Option

Make 3–4 servings ahead of time.

Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Reheat with a splash of milk, or eat cold (like overnight oats).