Peppermint Mocha Oatmeal

Colleen Christensen

This peppermint mocha oatmeal tastes like a caffeinated Christmas morning in a bowl. Since it’s high-protein it’s both a delicious and nutritious way to eat chocolate and with a sprinkle of peppermint candy for breakfast!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 1 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup of strong brewed coffee or 1 shots of espresso
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 cups milk dairy or non-dairy
1 tbs cocoa powder
1 scoop protein powder
1 tbs maple syrup or honey
Pinch of salt
1/8 tsp peppermint extract
1/8 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbs dark chocolate chips

Optional Toppings

greek yogurt
chopped pecans
crushed candy cane
pomegranate seeds
chocolate chips

Instructions

Brew a strong cup of coffee or 1-2 espresso shots and set aside.
To a medium saucepan, pour in oats and your milk of choice and mix together. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and reduce the heat down to low.
Stir in the brewed coffee or espresso, cocoa powder, protein powder, maple syrup or honey, pinch of salt, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
Cook oatmeal mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the oatmeal mixture is too thick you can add more milk until you reach your preferred consistency.
Take the oatmeal off the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted and well combined with the oatmeal.
Taste the oatmeal and adjust for sweetness or peppermint flavor if desired.
Divide the peppermint mocha oatmeal into two bowls and top with your choice of toppings.

Notes

Recipe Notes:

To make this oatmeal recipe extra chocolatey you can use chocolate flavored protein powder.
If you wish to add more protein to the oatmeal but prefer to keep it plant-based, you can use soy milk as a high-protein non-dairy milk alternative, or your favorite protein shake in place of milk.
How to make these into overnight oats: Reduce the milk to ¼ cup and add ½ cup of greek yogurt, combine all ingredients together into a container and let sit for at least 2 hours! Try adding shredded zucchini for a little veggie punch!