Pumpkin Vanilla Chai Protein Oatmeal (Rice Cooker)
Prep Time
2mins
Cook Time
13mins
Total Time
15mins
Enjoy the delicious flavor of pumpkin in a warm and nourishing bowl of oatmeal that has been pumped up with protein powder and seeds. Whips up in 10 minutes in rice cooker!
Cuisine:
American
Servings: 4servings
Ingredients
1cups unsweetened Vanilla Almondmilk
1 1/4cup water
3chai tea bags
1 1/2cupsold fashioned oats
1/4 cup"nutrition boosts" like seeds, nuts, etcI used blend of chia, hemp and flax seeds (can sub additional 1/4 cups oats)
1cupunsweetened pumpkin puree (not sugary pie filling)
Optional GarnishesGreek yogurt, pumpkin seeds, honey pecans, etc.
Instructions
Add almond milk, water and tea bags to large glass measuring cup and microwave until hot, approximately 3 minutes. Remove from microwave and let steep another 3 minutes. Discard tea bags and set liquid aside.
In bowl of rice cooker, add oats, nutrition boosters (seeds, etc), protein powder, sugar substitute, cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix together until combined.
Add pumpkin to bowl and pour in milk/tea mixture. Mix together until everything combined.
Put lid down on rice cooker. Set timer for “heat/simmer” for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened to desired consistency. I prefer mine thicker!
Serve warm in bowls with Greek yogurt and pecans or other garnishes. May store leftovers in refrigerator for days or in freezer for 6 months.
To make in microwave, place all ingredients in 2 quart lidded casserole and microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring halfway.