High Protein Chai Oatmeal

December 8, 2017
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Created by Harmons
20 minutes
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS:
  • 3 cups unsweetened soy milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/8 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup steel cut oats
  • 4 tsp maple syrup
  • 2 cups chopped fresh fruit
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts
DIRECTIONS:

In a saucepan over medium heat, add soy milk, salt, and spices and bring to a simmer. Add oats and simmer to desired texture, 12-15 minutes. Stir frequently. Stir in maple syrup.

Divide into 4 bowls or containers. If storing for breakfast, cover and refrigerate. When ready to eat, microwave with 1 tablespoon water for 2-3 minutes until hot.

Top each serving with ½ cup fresh fruit (or ¼ cup dried fruit) and 3 tablespoons chopped nuts.

Favorite combos:

  • Sliced pear, pomegranate arils, and walnuts
  • Sliced apples and walnuts
  • Fresh or thawed frozen cherries and pistachios
  • Fresh strawberries and peanuts
  • Raisins, apricots, and pecans

Nutrition Information calculated using 1/2 cup chopped apple and 3 tablespoons walnuts per bowl:

Serving size: 1 bowl: calories: 430; total fat: 21g (2.5g saturated); sodium: 210 mg; total carbohydrate: 49g; dietary fiber: 9g; sugars: 12g; protein: 16g