Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Pecan Protein Oats is a great recipe to bulk produce ready for the week ahead. Bulk preparing means less time spent in the kitchen, ensuring we always have a meal ready to go, so we don’t miss any meals. An easy go-to recipe that feels like dessert. Eating protein in the morning sets our bodies up for a great day ahead. Reduces hunger and increases energy throughout the day.
Used as a post-workout refuel, high in carbohydrates and protein to get your recovery started.
Ingredients
4 Organic dates, pitted
1:1 Oats & Eggwhites (3/4 cup each per serve)
1/2 Scoop unflavoured/vanilla protein per serve
1 tsp ground cinnamon
4 Pecan nuts
1⁄2 Banana, optional
1 TBS Chia Seeds per serve
1⁄2 cup Blueberries, optional
Method
- Chop the dates into thin slices. Add the oats, chopped
dates, egg whites, chia seeds, protein powder and ground cinnamon to a
small pan. - Turn on low heat, stirring the contents with a wooden spoon.
- Stir frequently over a 10- 15 minute period.
- After 15 minutes or when thick you can turn off and allow to continue
cooking in its own heat until you are ready to eat, OR it
can be served immediately. - Top with pecans. For extra sweetness, add banana slices
and blueberries.
1 serving • 15 mins • 8 ingredients