Author Notes
Give your morning a boost with caffeine-infused protein oatmeal. It tastes like dessert, yet is nutritious, filling and has a wonderful coffee chocolate flavor. Warm up on a winter morning with a mocha oatmeal bowl that will keep you full for hours. This recipe is also gluten-free, vegan and nut-free. —maiah03
Ingredients
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1/2 cup
gluten-free oats
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1/2 cup
coffee, strongly brewed and cooled
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1/2 cup
coconut or almond milk
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1/2 cup
water
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1 tablespoon
chia seeds
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1/2 teaspoon
vanilla extract
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1/2
banana, mashed
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2 tablespoons
cocoa powder
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1
scoop vegan chocolate protein powder
Directions
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In a small pot on the stove, mix all ingredients except the protein powder and stirring often, cook for 6-8 min over medium-high heat.
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Stir in the cocoa powder and protein powder after you have removed the oatmeal from heat. Add a little extra nondairy milk if it is too thick.
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For an optional garnish: whisk about 2 teaspoons maple syrup with 2 tablespoons cocoa powder or until the desired texture is reached, and drizzle on top. Garnish with sliced banana, and chocolate covered espresso beans if desired.
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