Description
Crunchy, lightly sweetened, and packed with protein, this Best Homemade Protein Cereal is a healthy and delicious way to kickstart your morning! Made with wholesome ingredients and customizable add-ins, it’s the perfect balance of fuel and flavor—and you can whip it up in under 30 minutes. Enjoy it with milk, yogurt, or by the handful as a snack!
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Ingredients
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1½ cups rolled oats
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½ cup almond flour or oat flour
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½ cup vanilla protein powder (or your favorite flavor)
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¼ cup flaxseeds or chia seeds
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¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
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¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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¼ tsp salt
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2–4 tbsp water (as needed)
Optional Add-ins:
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¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
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¼ cup mini chocolate chips (after baking)
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1 tbsp cocoa powder for chocolate cereal
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A handful of dried fruit like cranberries or raisins (after baking)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, protein powder, flaxseeds, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a small bowl, stir together the honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of water.
Step 4: Combine
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
Mix until everything is well coated.
If the mixture looks too dry, add more water one tablespoon at a time until it clumps together slightly.
Step 5: Shape and Bake
Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
Press it down gently to form an even layer.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Step 6: Cool and Break into Pieces
Let the cereal cool completely on the baking sheet—it will continue to crisp up as it cools.
Break into small clusters or cereal-sized pieces.
Step 7: Serve
Enjoy with milk, sprinkle over yogurt, or pack it up for a grab-and-go snack!
Notes
Use Quality Protein Powder – Choose a protein powder you love the taste of.
Don’t Overbake – The cereal will crisp up more as it cools.
Spread Evenly – Helps it bake and crisp uniformly.
Add Extras After Baking – Like chocolate chips or dried fruit, so they don’t burn.
Store Properly – Keep it crispy by storing in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American / Healthy Breakfast