Sweet and Creamy Protein-filled Oatmeal Recipe for Large Families (FREE Recipe Cards) | Recipes for Large Families

This sweet and creamy protein-filled oatmeal recipe for large families is sure to be a crowd pleaser that keeps your family fuller for longer! And, it’s quick and easy to make! We give two options for protein, and variations for this recipe. We also included 3 FREE recipe cards to choose from. Enjoy!

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Why is this a recipe for a large family?

This sweet and creamy protein-filled oatmeal recipe for large families was created to provide a quick, easy, and filling breakfast for a crowd. As a mom of seven children, I struggle to find from scratch recipes with measurements ready for my large family. I also tend to adapt or change recipes altogether to make them healthy, from scratch, use ingredients I have on hand, or fill them with protein to keep my growing children full. This sweet and creamy protein-filled oatmeal recipe checks all of those boxes and more! So, I’ve decided to start sharing more of our recipes for other large families that have similar challenges!

This recipe will make about 8 servings, or more, depending on the size of bowls you serve. If you find that you need more or less oatmeal for your family, keep the ratio of oats to water to milk a 1:1:1. Or you can just use one type of liquid and keep the ratio of oats to liquid 1:2. Then, adjust the rest of the ingredients according to taste.

Why will your family love this protein-filled oatmeal recipe for large families?

This protein-filled oatmeal recipe for large families is sweet and creamy making it a delicious, cozy morning breakfast. For homesteading families, this recipe uses up a few fresh eggs changing a typical bowl of oatmeal into a well-balanced and filling breakfast.

This recipe is also a mom favorite because it is quick and easy, and can be made all in one pot with little effort! I get this started on the stove and while its cooking we are able to start homeschool with Bible time devotionals and prayer.

Another reason your family will love this oatmeal recipe is because there are several ways to customize each bowl with toppings. This means every member of the family can put whatever toppings they choose in their bowl, or they have a delicious and filling bowl of oatmeal even if they don’t add anything at all. Toppings can include fruits, nuts, nut butter, creams, and more. We will list specific ideas below!

Why should you prepare oats before using them in a recipe?

Now, this is not a necessary step, and I definitely do not always do this because I do not usually decide beforehand that I will cook oatmeal. And that’s totally okay! But, I like to share this good practice because it will result in oats that will be easier to digest, cook better, and even gives a texture that is softer and creamier.

Let’s go over how those things happen. Soaking the oats helps break down something called phytic acid. Phytic acid can disrupt our body’s ability to absorb minerals. Another benefit of soaking the oats is that it activates enzymes that help the oats digest better in our bodies. Also, the oats cook better because they are starting at a softer texture and then have the ability to get more tender and creamy during the cooking process. But again, preparing the oats is up to you and your preference!

How to prepare oats properly for oat recipes?

Steps for preparing oats:

1. Use cold, filtered water to rinse oats clean.
2. Put the rinsed oats in a bowl with filtered water with the liquid amount equaling two times the amount of oats. (For example, 3 cups of oats need to soak in about 6 cups of liquid.)
3. Cover the oats and let them soak at room temperature overnight and they will be ready to use in the morning! (Soak for a minimum 6 hours)

NOTE: Now, please note that if you soak oats before using this recipe, you may need to use less liquid. I suggest starting with a little less liquid than the recipe states, adding the rest of the liquid if necessary, and cook until your desired consistency. If you are NOT going to soak the oats overnight, then you should follow the recipe as it is and still find a nice creamy oatmeal result.

How to Make this Sweet and Creamy Protein-filled Oatmeal for a Large Family

This recipe is incredibly easy to make! The actual recipe card with the full ingredients list is down below. But here is the basic way this recipe is made.

Optional Prep: Prepare oats the night before according to the steps above.

1. Put all the ingredients into a large pot and heat it to a low to medium boil.
2. Once it begins to boil, lower the heat and let it simmer until it is cooked to your desired consistency and texture, which is approximately 8-10 minutes. It is cooked well when the liquid is absorbed into the oatmeal and the oatmeal looks fluffy with a creamy texture.
3. Turn off the heat and serve immediately into bowls.
4. Optional: Top oatmeal with each person’s choice of toppings!

Here is the full recipe card:

Substitutes

Any type of oats will do. We choose to use organic rolled oats, but you can use rolled oats, old-fashioned, or even steel cut. Steel cut does not make as soft and creamy of a texture, but it still works fine.

Farm fresh eggs do not have to be used in this recipe, but it is highly recommended for the protein, vitamins, and creamy texture. You can instead use 1-2 scoops of your favorite protein or collage powder.

Any milk will work for oatmeal, but the thicker the milk, the creamier the texture. If you substitute with a thin milk like almond or oat, the recipe may need less liquid.

Obviously, any sweetener and combination of sweeteners can be used to your own taste. Read about why we choose raw honey over processed honey here. We played around with sweeteners and combinations of them many times before settling on this combination and amount as our family’s favorite. You can make it your own!

Suggested Toppings

Toppings can include fruits, nuts, nut butter, creams, and more. Some ideas are:

• berries (strawberries, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, etc)
• other fruits (banana slices, kiwi slices, peach slices, mango slices, etc)
• nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, peanuts, etc)
• nut butters (peanut butter, almond butter, etc)
• seeds (chia, poppy, etc)
• cream (raw milk cream, coconut cream, etc)

Enjoy this sweet and creamy protein-filled oatmeal recipe for large families

This sweet and creamy protein-filled oatmeal for large families is sure to fill hearts and bellies! We hope that you have enjoyed this recipe or will pin it for later! For the FREE Recipe cards for this recipe, fill out the form below. Thanks for joining us!

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