Control the texture
Add the liquid gradually and loosen with a splash more milk or water if the oats thicken beyond the texture you enjoy.
Creamy vanilla protein oats topped with warm honey-glazed nectarine and toasted pecans.
Step by step
Simmer the oats, chia, cinnamon, milk, water and salt for 5–6 minutes until creamy.
Remove from the heat and stir in the protein powder, adding more liquid if needed.
Toast the nectarine and pecans with honey in a small pan for 2–3 minutes.
Divide the oats between two bowls and add the warm topping.
Useful, not complicated
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Add the liquid gradually and loosen with a splash more milk or water if the oats thicken beyond the texture you enjoy.
Take hot oats off the heat before stirring in protein powder so it blends smoothly instead of turning grainy.
Portion fruit, nuts or seeds separately so the finished bowl keeps its contrast and crunch.
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