Creamy protein oat smoothie made with oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, chia seeds, nut butter, and milk for a filling and energizing drink.

1/4 cup rolled oats

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

1/4 cup protein powder

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flax

1 tablespoon peanut butter or any nut or seed butter

3/4 cup milk such as unsweetened almond milk

1. Add the rolled oats, cocoa powder, protein powder, maple syrup, chia seeds, peanut butter, and milk to a blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Add more milk if too thick or add more oats or ice if too thin.

4. Pour into a glass and serve right away.

Add fruit such as bananas, berries, coconut, or pineapple.

Omit cocoa powder for a chocolate free version.

Use gluten free oats if needed.

Use dairy free milk if preferred.

Store in the fridge up to 3 days in a sealed container and stir well before drinking.