Protein Oatmeal

Protein Oatmeal

Oatmeal is great. Oatmeal with protein is better.

This recipe gives you steady energy and helps you stay full longer.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup oats
• 1 cup water or milk
• 1 scoop protein powder
• 1/2 banana or berries
• Cinnamon
• Optional: peanut butter

Directions

1. Cook oats with water or milk.
2. Let oats cool slightly.
3. Stir in protein powder.
4. Add fruit and cinnamon.
5. Top with peanut butter if desired.

Why It Works

Oats provide carbs for energy. Protein powder helps support muscle repair and fullness. Together, they make breakfast work harder.

Empire Tip

Do not mix protein powder into boiling-hot oats unless you enjoy clumps of sadness. Let it cool just a little first.