High Protein Oats Breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Protein Oatmeal Recipe

Skip the latte, put pumpkin spice in your oatmeal instead. With added protein, this fall-flavored breakfast actually fuels you instead of just giving you a sugar rush.

Cook 15 min Difficulty EASY 355 kcal
#high protein #vegetarian #mediterranean #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • rolled oats 1 cup
  • milk 1 cup
  • water 1 cup
  • pumpkin puree 0.5 cup
  • vanilla protein powder 1 scoop
Seasonings/Sauce
  • pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp
  • cinnamon 0.5 tsp
  • maple syrup 1 tbsp
  • salt 1 pinch
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 44 g 49%
Protein 20 g 23%
Fat 8 g 20%
Serving size 300g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, water, and salt. Stir to mix well.

  2. 2

    Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Once the oats begin to soften after about 5 minutes, stir in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Reduce heat to low.

  4. 4

    After 2-3 more minutes, add the vanilla protein powder and cinnamon, stirring constantly to fully dissolve the powder and avoid clumping.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat once the mixture is thick and creamy (about 10 minutes total cook time). Stir in the maple syrup, then portion into bowls and serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredient is pumpkin puree, which gives the oatmeal its distinct fall flavor and creamy texture. Combined with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon, it creates the classic pumpkin spice taste that defines this breakfast dish.
Q. How do I prevent clumping when adding protein powder to oatmeal?
To avoid clumping, reduce heat to low and sprinkle the protein powder evenly over the oatmeal. Stir constantly and thoroughly as you add it. This step ensures the protein powder dissolves fully and gives your oatmeal a smooth consistency.
Q. What is the calorie and protein content per serving?
Each serving contains about 355 kcal and 20g of protein. The recipe is crafted for high protein content, with protein making up 23% of total calories.
Q. Which seasoning makes the biggest difference in flavor?
Pumpkin pie spice is the standout seasoning in this recipe, providing the warm, aromatic spice blend that transforms the oats and pumpkin puree into a true pumpkin spice breakfast.
Q. How do I achieve a creamy oatmeal texture without overcooking?
Monitor your oatmeal closely during cooking, keeping it at a gentle simmer and stirring frequently. Remove from heat as soon as the mixture thickens and the oats are tender, which should take about 10 minutes for a creamy, non-gummy texture.
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