Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Whey Porridge
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
A decadent chocolate whey protein porridge with peanut butter, banana and chocolate chips to fuel muscle gain every morning.
A decadent chocolate whey protein porridge with peanut butter, banana, and chocolate chips to fuel serious training mornings. It eats like dessert, fuels like a proper meal, and keeps you full for hours. Muscle gain, breakfast edition.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 3/4 cup (75g) rolled oats
- 🫗 1 1/2 cups (375ml) whole milk
- 🫗 1 scoop (35g) chocolate whey protein powder
- 🫗 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
- 🫗 1 tablespoon (16g) peanut butter
- 🫗 1 tablespoon (15g) dark chocolate chips
- 🫗 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 🫗 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 🫗 Pinch of sea salt
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
Combine the oats, milk, cocoa powder, cinnamon and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are thick and creamy.
Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for 1 minute so the whey does not curdle.
Whisk in the chocolate whey protein until fully dissolved and glossy.
Pour into a bowl and top with the banana slices, peanut butter, chocolate chips and an extra drizzle of cinnamon.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Adding the whey to boiling hot oats, which curdles the protein and ruins the texture.
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Walking away from the pan, letting the milk scorch and the oats stick to the bottom.
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Using over-ripe mashed bananas in the pot, which turns the whole bowl gluey.
🔄 Variations
Swap peanut butter for almond butter or hazelnut butter.
Use vanilla whey and white chocolate chips for a sweeter take.
Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds for extra fiber and omega-3s.
🧊 Storage
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Best eaten fresh; the oats continue to absorb liquid and thicken as they sit.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 24 hours and reheat with a splash of milk.
💡 Chef Tips
Tip 1: Always stir the whey in off the heat; boiling protein powder makes it clump and turn rubbery.
Tip 2: Use whole milk and a generous peanut butter swirl for the calorie boost a bulk needs.
Tip 3: If the porridge thickens too much, loosen it with a splash of milk before adding the whey.
Tip 4: Let the peanut butter soften at room temperature so it drizzles over the top easily.
❓ FAQ
Why is my whey protein clumping? Because the oats were still boiling; always cool the porridge for a minute before stirring the powder in.
Can I prep this the night before? Yes, cook the oats and store them, then stir in the whey just before eating.
How much protein is in this bowl? About 41g, which makes it a complete high-protein breakfast.
Can I use water instead of milk? Yes, but you will cut about 140 calories and the porridge will taste noticeably thinner.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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