PB & Choco High Protein Oatmeal

Ingredients

• ¼ cup old fashion rolled oats
• ¾ cup water
• Pinch of salt
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• ½ cup egg whites
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ripe banana , mashed
• ½ tsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp peanut butter
• 2 tbsp peanuts , crushed
• ½ cup banana , sliced
• 1 tbsp cacao nibs

Steps

1. In a small saucepan, combine the oats, water, salt, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until almost all the water has been absorbed.
2. In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Add to the pot of oats. Cook, stirring for about 3 minutes, until the mixture is creamy and fluffs up.
3. Stir in the vanilla and mashed banana. Mix until combined. Remove from heat, cover the pot, and let sit for 3 more minutes.
4. Transfer into a bowl. Sprinkle the cocoa powder on top. Top with the peanut butter, crushed peanuts, sliced bananas, and cacao nibs. Serve.