Peanut Butter Cup Oatmeal

5 from 2 votes

This peanut butter cup oatmeal tastes like an indulgent treat but is packed with protein and fiber for a filling, delicious breakfast that is ready in minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings 1

Ingredients

¾ cup milk
⅓ cup large flake rolled oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
1 and ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
2 teaspoon maple syrup
⅛ teaspoon sea salt
1 egg optional
2 tablespoon peanut butter

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Be sure to watch it carefully so that it doesn't boil over!
¾ cup milk
Stir in the oats, chia seeds, salt, cocoa powder and maple syrup. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often until the oatmeal is mostly thickened.
⅓ cup large flake rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 and ½ tablespoon cocoa powder, 2 teaspoon maple syrup, ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
If using, stir in the egg. Continue to stir constantly and quickly until the egg is fully incorporated and the oatmeal is creamy and thickened to your liking, about 1-2 minutes.
1 egg
Transfer to a bowl and top with the peanut butter in the center along with any other toppings you'd like.
2 tablespoon peanut butter
Enjoy!

Notes

Make Ahead and Leftovers: This oatmeal is best enjoyed fresh but if you'd like to prep it ahead or have leftovers, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

When ready to eat, rewarm in the microwave. You can add the peanut butter before or after.

Nutrition

Nutrition Note: Nutritional information is estimated using an online calculator and accuracy is not guaranteed. Remember food is more than numbers and this info is intended as a support.

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