Protein crunch cereal

Easy | 12 Servings | Total Time: ~25 Minutes

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Time Breakdown Ingredients Instructions Serving Suggestions Storage

🕒 Time Breakdown

Time Breakdown:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: ~25 Minutes

🛒 Ingredients

Ingredients:
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup protein powder (any flavor you like)
½ cup almond butter or peanut butter
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt
½ cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

🍳 Instructions

Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a large bowl, mix oats, protein powder, cinnamon, salt, and nuts/seeds if using.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm almond/peanut butter and honey until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is coated.
Spread evenly on a lined baking sheet. Press down gently.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crisp.
Let cool completely, then break into clusters. Mix in chocolate chips if desired.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with milk or a plant-based alternative.
Sprinkle over yogurt or smoothie bowls for extra crunch.

🗃️ Storage

Storage:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
For longer freshness, keep in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Can be frozen in a sealed container for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.

Recipe by Elisha Samson