Berry & Almond Protein Oats
A warm, comforting bowl of creamy oats topped with mixed berries and crunchy almonds. Infused with whey protein to keep your morning blood sugar stable and energy high.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 7-minute game plan
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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In a small saucepan
In a small saucepan, bring water and a pinch of salt to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Stir in rolled oats
Stir in rolled oats, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the oats are creamy.
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Remove the pan from the heat and…
Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in a splash of cold water, then gradually mix in whey protein powder until completely smooth.
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Transfer the creamy oats to a bowl
Transfer the creamy oats to a bowl. Top with mixed berries and chopped almonds, and add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Temperature matters
Temperature matters: Always let your oats cool slightly before stirring in whey protein. Adding whey to boiling hot liquids causes it to curdle and become grainy.
Berry swap
Berry swap: If using frozen berries, you can stir them into the hot oats right after taking the pan off the heat so they thaw instantly and release their juices.
Gentle digestion
Gentle digestion: If you find oats heavy on your stomach, soaking them in water overnight before cooking breaks down starches and makes them even easier to digest.
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