High-Protein Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal is a creamy dish. It contains nonfat milk, old-fashioned rolled oats, pure maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and Greek yogurt. These are simple items that we find easily in stores or in the kitchen pantry. This creamy oatmeal has dairy items in it, so use vegan substitutes for this purpose. It requires only 15 minutes, so it is good to prepare a quick breakfast or snack. High-Protein Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal stores nicely in the fridge but avoid freezing them as its texture will get ruin. Serve this creamy oatmeal with sliced bananas, fresh berries, & chopped pecans.
STATS:
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Preparation Duration: Five minutes
- Portion size: 1
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Course: Breakfast
- Diet: High-protein
- Serving: 2
EQUIPMENT:
- Saucepan
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Serving bowls
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups nonfat milk
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 4 tsp. pure maple syrup
- One tsp. cinnamon powder
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- Salt pinch
- 2 tbsp. nonfat Greek-style yogurt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
NONFAT MILK:
- Add the non-fat containing milk to cook the oats and it also makes it creamy. It also lowers the caloric count of the breakfast.
OLD-FASHIONED ROLLED OATS:
- Add the rolled oats to the oatmeal to include the hearty texture and fiber content. We have to utilize the old-fashioned rolled oats so they absorb the milk nicely and create a thick and satisfying oatmeal.
PURE MAPLE SYRUP:
- Add the pure maple syrup to enhance the natural sweet taste and it will also enrich the real cinnamon roll taste.
GROUND CINNAMON:
- Sprinkle the cinnamon powder to add the warm and spicy taste. Add the cinnamon during cooking so it mixes easily in the oats.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- Add the vanilla essence to enrich the sweet taste and it also adds the nice aroma. It should be pure to include the strong aroma & flavor.
SALT:
- Include the salt pinch to stabilize the sweet taste and it also enhance the natural flavor of cinnamon & vanilla.
NON-FAT PLAIN GREEK YOGURT:
- Add the non-fat Greek Yogurt to make the cream oatmeal and it also provides the smooth texture. It also adds protein in this breakfast.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Include the milk in pan and heat it on the moderate flame till it begins to steam.
- Add the old-fashioned rolled oats, cinnamon, salt in the dish and mix to combine.
- Decrease the flame to medium to low flame and leave for five to seven minutes.
- Include the vanilla essence and 2 tsp. maple syrup in it; mix and cook for one more minute.
- Put the oatmeal mixture into two vessels equally, then add the one tbsp. Greek yogurt in it.
- Drizzle the maple syrup & sprinkle the cinnamon and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRUITS:
- Sliced Bananas
- Fresh Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Diced Apples
NUTS AND SEEDS:
- Chopped Pecans
- Sliced Almonds
- Chia Seeds
- Ground Flaxseeds
PROTEIN TOPPINGS:
- Greek Yogurt
- Cottage Cheese
- High-Protein Yogurt
DAIRY SIDES:
- Glass of Milk
- Scrambled Eggs
- Boiled Eggs
BREAKFAST SIDES:
- Whole-Wheat Toast
- Whole-Grain Muffins
- Breakfast Smoothie
- Fresh Fruit Salad
TIPS:
- Stir the oats then cook to prevent it from getting stick.
- Include some in the oats to alter the consistency if required.
- Add some Greek yogurt to include extra protein in the oatmeal.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Cool the oatmeal then include in box and store for 3 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Add the oatmeal in separate portions and freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Does this cinnamon roll oatmeal contain protein?
- Yes, this cinnamon roll oatmeal contains milk, Greek yogurt, & rolled oats so it contains protein.
Will I prepare the oatmeal without using dairy?
- Yes, make the oatmeal with soy milk & vegan Greek yogurt for this purpose.
Would we add the quick oats instead?
- Yes, we would include the quick oats instead, but it gets prepared in less time
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 260 kcal
Net carbs: 38 g
Iron: 2 mg
Total carbs: 42 g
Vitamin A: 150 mcg
Serving size: 1
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 260 mg
Protein: 13 g
Sodium: 110 mg
Serving: 2
Potassium: 430 mg
