6 Amazing High Protein Oatmeal Cups Secrets Revealed
These High Protein Oatmeal Cups are perfect for your weekly meal prep. They are easy to make ahead, store well, and reheat quickly for a warm, satisfying breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 cups
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 6-cup muffin tin well.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: oats, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 6 muffin cups.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are set and lightly golden.
- Let the cups cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- For reheating, microwave one cup for 30 to 45 seconds until warm.
- Feel free to add mix-ins like berries or chopped nuts before baking.
- If you prefer a sweeter cup, add 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup to the wet ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: Approx. 250
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 7g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
- Fiber: Approx. 6g
- Protein: Approx. 18g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 35mg