Keto Protein Noatmeal/Fauxtmeal (Low Carb “Oatmeal”)
Sometimes nothing warms you up quite like a bowl of oatmeal…or in this case noatmeal! This low carb oatmeal alternative is packed with healthy fats and protein to fuel your day. Per serving: ~315 kcal, 25g fat, 17g protein, 9.5g total carbs – 7.3g fiber = 2.2g net carbs
- Prep Time: 5m
- Cook Time: 10m
- Total Time: 15m
- Serves: 1 serving
- Yield: 1 bowl noatmeal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon flaxmeal (ground flaxseed)
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other low carb milk)
- 1 scoop Keto Collagen (or 1/2 scoop protein powder)
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 dash salt
- sweetener to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Blend together almond milk and collagen/protein powder, then add butter. Separately, add remaining dry ingredients (coconut, flax, hemp, chia, cinnamon, salt) to a bowl and stir to combine. Continue with either the microwave or stovetop directions below.
Microwave Method
- In the microwave (using 20-30 second increments), heat the almond milk mixture. You want it hot, but not boiling. About 60-90 seconds in the microwave or should do the trick.
- Pour the almond milk over the dry ingredients, and mix well. Rest for 8-10 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken, then stir again. Add sweetener if desired.
- Reheat in microwave for 20-30 seconds, then stir again.
- Serve immediately. Optionally, add nuts, berries, or other toppings.
Stovetop Method
- In a small saucepan over medium low heat, simmer the almond milk mixture for 2-3 minutes. You want it hot, but not boiling.
- Remove from heat, then stir in dry ingredients and mix well. Rest for 8-10 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken, then stir again. Add sweetener if desired.
- Reheat mixture to desired temperature over medium low heat, stirring frequently.
- Serve immediately. Optionally, add nuts, berries, or other toppings.