Protein Packed Cream of Wheat
This easy and delicious cream of wheat recipe is one of my go to breakfast options. Eating this breakfast always brings back happy childhood memories. I took my own spin to my mothers recipe and made a healthier version.
- cut out the sugar ( by using unsweetened coconut milk vs regular milk)
- added protein powder for a more healthier option.
- each serving contains 134 calories and 18g of protein
I tend to make a big batch of this, put them in cute jars and enjoy it throughout the week.
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- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Serves: 6 people
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Calories: 134
This easy and delicious cream of wheat recipe is one of my go to breakfast options. Eating cream of wheat always brings back happy childhood memories. I took my own spin to my mothers recipe and made a healthier version.
Ingredients
Cream of wheat
- 6 cups unsweetened coconut milk
- 9oz cream of wheat (semolina)
- 3/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1+1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- stevia, monk fruit, optional if you want it sweeter
Method
- 1)
Bring the milk and your vanilla bean paste to a boil.
- 2)
Gradually add the uncooked cream of wheat to the hot liquid, whisking constantly, until it’s completely incorporated into the liquid. Cook for 2-5 minutes until the porridge starts to thicken. Add your protein powder and mix thoroughly. Keep in mind that it will thicken even more as the cereal stands and cools off.
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As a toppings: you can use cocoa powder, fruits, cinnamon. The possibilities are endless!
Nutrition
Calories | 134 |
Fat | 5.8g |
Carbohydrates | 1.5g |
Sugar | 0.5g |
Protein | 18.7g |