High-protein oat porridge with mixed berries

High-protein oat porridge with mixed berries: creamy porridge with oats, almond milk, vanilla protein powder and peanut butter for a hearty breakfast.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 5 min
• Cooking time: 5 min
• Total time: 10 min
• Calories: 380 kcal per serving
• Protein: 30 g
• Fat: 10 g
• Carbs: 42 g

Ingredients

• 1 handful of mixed berries
• 60 g rolled oats
• 200 ml unsweetened almond milk
• 1 heaped tsp 100% pure peanut butter
• 1 scoop (30 g) vanilla protein powder (unsweetened)
• 1 tsp chia seeds

Method

You’ll need: saucepan · mixing bowl · wooden spoon · whisk

1. Stir the oats, chia seeds and unsweetened almond milk together in a pan and warm over a medium heat.
2. Let the mixture simmer briefly, stirring, until the porridge is thick but still slightly creamy.
3. Take the pan off the heat and quickly whisk in the vanilla protein powder until there are no lumps left.
4. Spoon the porridge into a bowl and leave it to settle briefly so it gets even creamier.
5. Top with the mixed berries and spread the peanut butter over the top.
6. Serve warm and enjoy straight away.

Good to know

A breakfast like this is pleasantly uncomplicated but still well rounded. Warm, creamy and with fruity freshness on top.

Swaps

Mixed berries → raspberries or blueberries (similar fibre content, fruity) Unsweetened almond milk → tinned coconut milk (unsweetened), diluted (creamier) 100% pure peanut butter → almond butter or cashew butter (milder flavour, provides fat; contains tree nuts) Chia seeds → ground linseed or hemp seeds (go well with oats and add extra fibre or protein)

Allergens

Contains peanuts and, depending on the protein powder, milk or soya. Chia seeds take some getting used to for some sensitive stomachs. In pregnancy and for children, use pasteurised, hygienically handled ingredients and heat frozen berries thoroughly. Contains: gluten (oats), tree nuts.

Frequently asked questions

What's in oats nutritionally?

Oats provide complex carbohydrates and fibre, as well as manganese, magnesium and iron. The soluble fibre beta-glucan is especially well known.

Do mixed berries still contain nutrients when frozen?

Yes, frozen mixed berries still contain fibre and, depending on the type, vitamin C and polyphenols. The amounts can vary a little with harvest, variety and processing.

What do chia seeds provide in this recipe?

Chia seeds contain fibre, some protein and the omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid. Here they're cooked with the oats and swell in the almond milk.

Is peanut butter OK for everyone?

For many people, yes, but peanuts are one of the common allergens. If you're sensitive to pulses or have a peanut allergy, take particular care here.

What should I look out for in protein powder?

It's worth checking the ingredients list: ideally choose a powder without sweeteners; some products also contain thickeners or milk ingredients. Depending on the base, it mainly provides protein – whey protein often also calcium, while the amino acid profile of plant-based blends varies a little.