Layout Image
  • Fitnessista
  • Food
  • Fashion
  • Fitness
  • Faves
  • Friends
  • Family
  • Features

Serious Cereal

Posted by Fitnessista on
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
·  Comments (214)

Hi guys! How are ya? Hope you’re having a lovely morning <3

Since I’ve been feasting on b-fast cookie dough cereal for a few weeks now, I thought it would be fun to do a how-to post similar to the original breakfast cookie post :)

There are two versions: Original and Raw

For the original version:

1. In a bowl, add 1/3-1/2 C oats, 1/2 scoop protein powder of choice (Sun Warrior is my fave), cinnamon, pinch of sea salt, a lil vanilla extract and some Stevia or sweetener of choice

oats

2. Mix well to combine. Add 1-2 T of your favorite nut butter and using a spoon, break up and stir until mixture resembles crumbly cookie dough.

crumbles

3. Top with at least 1 C milk of choice, and then add fun toppings. Get crazy :D I love goji berries, cacao nibs, banana, peaches, strawberries… the possibilities are endless.

cereal

4. Feast :)

 

For the raw version:

1. In a bowl, soak 1/3-1/2 C oat groats (available in the bulk section of most health food stores) overnight.

groats

2. Drain and rinse the groats, then add them to a small food processor. Pulse to break up the oat groats a bit. Add 1/2 scoop protein powder (Sun Warrior will keep the “raw” integrity of the oats), 1-2 T raw nut butter, cinnamon, pinch of sea salt and a little sweetener if you’d like. Pulse to combine.

Mixture will be crumbly:

mixture

3. Transfer mixture to a bowl and add 1 C fresh nut milk (love almond milk) and toppings of choice.

cereal

4. Feast :D

So there ya go! Please let me know if any of ya’ll try it :) It’s a perfect breakfast choice for Summer, but I can definitely see myself getting into hot oats again when the weather changes.

I’m off to do some yoga and then get back to the packing/moving beast.

See ya later today with a post on fall change/resolutions and a re-visit to the ol’ inspiration board.

xoxo,

Gina

Something to do: Last day for the Sun Warrior promo! The price is the best on the internet- $35 for a container (which is usually about $50), 2 containers for $65. *Click here* to get yo warrior on :)

Something to think:

“People deal too much with the negative, with what is wrong…Why not try and see positive things, to just touch those things and make them bloom?”

-Thich Nhat Hanh

Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...
Categories : raw, Recipes, something to do, something to think
« It’s a Jungle
Oh, Fries Glow »

Comments

  1. A Week of Eats | says:
    July 1, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    [...] Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal [...]

    Reply
  2. TeriLyn [a foodie stays fit] says:
    July 1, 2012 at 1:48 pm

    i FINALLY tried this!! I made the original version and it was awesome! I’m so glad I have this in my breakfast arsenal now since I never remember to make the breakfast cookie the night before. :)

    Reply
  3. Monday Things {07-02-2012} | Running the Windy City says:
    July 2, 2012 at 9:00 am

    [...] This morning I tried The Fitnessista‘s Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal. I used 1/3 cup oats, a lot of cinnamon, 1 T almond butter, just a tiny bit of sea salt, and a [...]

    Reply
  4. Salad, Cereal, and Celebrities | My Healthy Nest says:
    July 5, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    [...] I was eating these overnight oats for breakfast almost daily for a few months, since I first discovered how killer they were. But recently, I’ve switched to something possibly even more killer—this cereal. [...]

    Reply
  5. Tiffany says:
    July 13, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    I just died and went to foodie heaven! Lucky for me I have all those ingredients except almond milk. Running to the store! Thanks for sharing this!

    Reply
  6. One for the Books - Your Trainer Paige says:
    July 24, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    [...] of Kashi, and some puffed millet. I like when there’s extra milk. This way is also a lot like Gina’s breakfast cookie dough cereal, which looks delicious as [...]

    Reply
  7. lisa says:
    July 28, 2012 at 11:52 pm

    Hi! I just want to firstly tell you that you’re an inspiration to me! :) So pretty much my situation is i had been eat cleaning for months. to me that meant a meal plan like oats, egg whites, cinnamon, chia seeds for breakfast and lean chicken turkey, sweet potatoes, coconut oil and lots of veggies for other meals. I was very clean and was strict on sodium and macros. i worked out almost every morning and i was lean and toned. i followed lots of your recipes and ideas too!:) but then i went on a three week vacation. i binged everyday. i would stuff myself full of ben and Jerry’s, ritz crackers, peanut m&ms, animal crackers, sushi, chocolate and other junk. i never enjoyed any of it though,i would punish myself by eating. i am depriving myself of veggies, water and wearing makeup because i hate myself now. i am not sure why either. anyway now i crave all that junk. i used to never crave that crap:( i am so frustrated i dont have the small, cute, toned body i used to! i put on 10 lbs!! 10 real lbs, its not water weight cuz its been a while. i am chunky, cellulitely, and self conscious. i have a small frame so 10 lbs looks bad. i am kinda lost in what to do. somedays i just cry myself to sleep because i am so repulsed by the way i look. i want to get out of this rut! i want to be small and lean again, i just feel like i have no self control because i seriously eat so much(emotional though).i cant feel full or hunger so its hard to know when to stop. i feel the desire to eat and i feel cranky when its been over 4 hours.. Anyway, what do you suggest? what are your thoughts? would a strict meal plan help? maybe with a few treats then cut down throughout the week? i am so desperate for help! Well, thank you!

    XOXO,
    Lisa

    Reply
    • Fitnessista says:
      July 29, 2012 at 1:41 am

      hey girl,
      thank you so much for reading my blog and i’m so sorry to hear you’re going through this. i definitely recommend seeking help from a local rd or specialist in your area to see if they can help you overcome the emotional side of your dilemma. i’m proud of you for realizing that something is wrong and that you want to take steps to take care of your health and your body. i think the easier you are on yourself, the easier it will be for you to find a balance that helps you achieve your goals while allowing you to enjoy the things you love.
      sending the best wishes to you. show yourself love and patience- you deserve kindness from yourself <3
      xoxo

      Reply
  8. Kelly says:
    July 30, 2012 at 8:34 am

    I’ve been needing a new oatmeal breakfast to add to my routine and this one was fantastic and nutritious! What a great combination of everything! I used Vanilla Almond milk and added blueberries and bananas on top- perfection! Thanks for an easy, one bowl recipe!

    Reply
  9. Cookie Dough For Breakfast « The Healthy Hipster says:
    August 1, 2012 at 9:14 am

    [...] Also note: I did not create this recipe, it was developed by the genius Gina over at The Fitnessista. I’m posting the way I’ve been making it but I highly recommend her original recipe! [...]

    Reply
  10. Awesome August | A Dash Of Meg says:
    August 2, 2012 at 8:19 am

    [...] Cookie Dough Cereal by Gina [...]

    Reply
  11. Weekend Festivities « ahealthyhappyhome says:
    August 5, 2012 at 7:12 pm

    [...] some quick eats I made the hubby and I breakfast cookie dough with strawberries and Almond milk.  Perfect healthy protein/carb [...]

    Reply
  12. Sweet Potato Cereal « bitefullofhappiness says:
    August 9, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    [...] Here’s how we made our scrumptious recipe (inspired by Fitnessista’s Serious Cookie Dough Cereal Recipe) [...]

    Reply
  13. Izzy says:
    August 9, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    Hi!!!! My mom and I LOVE your cereal recipe! We eat it everyday! It’s such a creative and amazing recipe!
    P.S. Have you ever tried substituting the nut butter for a sweet potato? We tried it and it tasted really good! You’re my inspiration! I love your blog! :)

    Reply
  14. Ice Cream in the Afternoon | says:
    August 9, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    [...] Breakfast and iced coffee fueled me through the heavy lifting. [...]

    Reply
  15. WIAW: A day in the life/lunch boxes! | Two Healthy Dollops says:
    August 29, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    [...] and cream protein powder, a tablespoon of cashew butter and unsweetened almond milk in the Fitnessista’s cookie dough cereal [...]

    Reply
  16. September Goals | brave hannah says:
    September 4, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    [...] Serious cereal (tried it both ways. loved it both ways) [...]

    Reply
  17. What’s Cookin’ – Peanut Butter, Sport’s Super Food says:
    September 6, 2012 at 9:04 am

    [...] Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Oatmeal Recipe adapted from The Fitnessista [...]

    Reply
  18. Meal Planning Sept 10-16 | living mint green says:
    September 9, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    [...] of the box: instead of buying cereal or granola, purchase rolled oats. The Fitnessista’s cookie dough cereal is one of my favorite ways to enjoy oats. Try making your own almond butter granola, [...]

    Reply
  19. Firemen and Fitness | Oatmeal With A Fork says:
    September 11, 2012 at 12:15 am

    [...] followed her basic recipe, but I also added about 1/2 cup of raisins. It was so good! I absolutely love cold cereal, but [...]

    Reply
  20. Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal | sweatescape says:
    November 3, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    [...] to document this amazing new breakfast me and Tyler have been enjoying.  I actually found it from The Fitnessista.  I pretty much followed the recipe except for the peanut butter part.  To cut down on fat [...]

    Reply
  21. The Healthy Breakfast Challenge! – The Guiltless Life says:
    November 5, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    [...] The Fitnessista’s breakfast cookie (I have this at least 3 times a week) or cookie dough cereal [...]

    Reply
  22. Amanda says:
    November 8, 2012 at 10:38 am

    Found this through Fitness mag’s website! For the “original,” do you cook the oats at all?

    Reply
  23. Sabrina says:
    November 21, 2012 at 10:00 am

    Love love LOVE this recipe!
    I’ve seen various versions but can’t seem to locate the nutritional content. Any ideas?

    Reply
  24. Gotta love breakfast x2! HIIT Love. « says:
    January 7, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    [...] breakfast as well.  LOVED it!!!! This recipe is from The Fitnessista and can be found here. I took a picture of mine but it didn’t look as nice so I will let you stick with her [...]

    Reply
  25. My Meatless Monday [recipe] | The Anxious Yogi says:
    January 28, 2013 at 10:31 am

    [...] Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal (adapted slightly from The Fitnessista) [...]

    Reply
  26. WIAW–Breakfast Style | Peace Love & Oats WIAW–Breakfast Style | says:
    March 6, 2013 at 6:43 am

    [...] Gina’s Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal. Except for mine, I actually cooked the oats first and added a tsp of cocoa powder (along with 1 scoop sunwarrior protein) then topped with almond milk and 1/2 banana. [...]

    Reply
  27. Breakfast Rut says:
    March 7, 2013 at 3:42 pm

    [...] to Katie’s post yesterday, I discovered Gina’s Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal and gave it a shot this morning. I was definitely a fan, so I’m glad I can add that to my new [...]

    Reply
  28. Marvelous in My Monday says:
    March 11, 2013 at 7:00 am

    [...] [Gina’s Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal – YUM!] [...]

    Reply
  29. Back in Colorado | Mile High Healthy says:
    March 11, 2013 at 8:42 pm

    [...] week I’m planning on lots of smoothies, breakfast cookie dough cereal, guacamole kale salad, Roasted Buddha bowl, bean burgers with salad and sweet potatoes, and fresh [...]

    Reply
  30. Daily eats 3.12 + new glasses | Mile High Healthy says:
    March 12, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    [...] Breakfast cookie dough cereal from Fitnessista. I used PB and added cacao powder, nibs, sliced banana and almonds. SOOO good and very filling (I’m having it again tomorrow!). Although it does not a pretty picture take. [...]

    Reply
  31. WIAW #76: A Whole Lotta Yum! says:
    March 13, 2013 at 7:00 am

    [...] had my new favorite: Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal! I used 1/3 cup oats, 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder, a few drops of NuNaturals Vanilla Liquid [...]

    Reply
  32. Kelly says:
    March 13, 2013 at 9:57 am

    for the original, do you just eat the oats as is? not cooked, soaked or anything?

    Reply
    • Fitnessista says:
      March 13, 2013 at 10:17 am

      yep!

      Reply
  33. Prepping for health | Mile High Healthy says:
    March 18, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    [...] Cookie dough cereal with almonds/banana [...]

    Reply
  34. What I Ate Wednesday | This Life Is Sparkling says:
    April 10, 2013 at 8:06 am

    [...] that nothing warm sounded remotely appealing. After some debate, I finally decided on Gina’s breakfast cookie dough cereal. This combo never gets [...]

    Reply
  35. it’s half-priced for a reason {wiaw} | runningonjava says:
    April 10, 2013 at 8:24 am

    [...] was a new recipe for me: the fitnessista’s famous cookie dough cereal. Yes, it does taste like cookie dough and yes, it will become a staple in my [...]

    Reply
  36. A Day in the Life…. | Oats 'n Hooks says:
    April 15, 2013 at 8:50 pm

    [...] wrong with breakfast any meal that includes the words “cookie dough”?? Find the recipe here.  I came across this recipe through my favourite Blog, KERF although she actually referenced it [...]

    Reply
  37. Heather says:
    April 22, 2013 at 10:50 am

    This cereal is so good. Life changer right here!

    Reply
  38. Experimenting with Breakfast | Treasure Your Being says:
    May 1, 2013 at 3:42 pm

    [...] other breakfast recipe I finally tried this week was breakfast cookie cereal from The [...]

    Reply
  39. Quinoa Protein Cereal : Maria Makes Muffins * Minneapolis Clean Eating + Living * says:
    May 7, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    [...] recipe is inspired by Gina’s Cookie Dough Cereal, which is another wonderful breakfast and/or snack [...]

    Reply
  40. WIAW #83: So Far, So Good says:
    May 22, 2013 at 7:01 am

    [...] Gina’s Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal made with half a scoop Sunwarrior Protein Powder, 2 tablespoons peanut butter, 1/2 cup oats, cinnamon, and almond milk. I totally forgot how much I love this breakfast! [...]

    Reply
  41. Nutrition Nook: What I Ate Wednesday | kristensfitnessnook says:
    June 6, 2013 at 9:08 am

    [...] Cookie-dough cereal found here! LOVE this so much I could easily make a cup instead of the 1/3 I [...]

    Reply
  42. Thursday Things 6/5 | Health Nut Claire says:
    June 6, 2013 at 10:51 am

    [...] Trying the Fitnessista’s breakfast cookie dough cereal and loving [...]

    Reply
  43. Weekend Recap | says:
    June 10, 2013 at 8:33 am

    [...] of The Fitnessista and found some great looking recipes.  The one that caught my eye was this recipe for Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal.  My eyes light up whenever I hear/see anything cookie dough [...]

    Reply
  44. WIAW | says:
    June 12, 2013 at 8:02 am

    [...] more veggies (after all…I practically ate them all day); however, I was in the mood for the Breakfast Cookie Dough Cereal (recycled photo)!  It’s the BEST!!  Do you think eating it 4 days in a row is too [...]

    Reply
« Older Comments

Leave a Reply

Click here to cancel reply.

TIME TO SHAPE UP!

Summer Shape Up is here! It's a FREE plan to feel energized and build lean muscle this summer. Tag me @fitnessista #summershapeup

About Me

Hi, I'm Gina. Welcome to The Fitnessista! I love blogging about my adventures as a new mom, military wife and fitness instructor, as well as sharing new workouts and recipes. Check out the About page for more info - thanks for stopping by!

Connect with Me!

FacebookTwitterYouTubeRSSPinterest

Browse by Categories:

Search

FoodBuzz Community

Foodbuzz

Advertisement

Advertisement

Recent Comments

  • Pua on Summer Shape Up 2013: Intro post
  • Alyssa on Tips for a first group fitness workshop
  • Pua on Happy Father’s Day
  • Alice on 6/17: Some weekend pics
  • Cady on Tips for a first group fitness workshop

Popular Categories

Archives

  • June 2013 (22)
  • May 2013 (42)
  • April 2013 (45)
  • March 2013 (49)
  • February 2013 (49)
  • January 2013 (55)
  • December 2012 (60)
  • November 2012 (61)
  • October 2012 (58)
  • September 2012 (63)
  • August 2012 (67)
  • July 2012 (69)
  • June 2012 (64)
  • May 2012 (63)
  • April 2012 (57)
  • March 2012 (59)
  • February 2012 (51)
  • January 2012 (60)
  • December 2011 (76)
  • November 2011 (75)
  • October 2011 (80)
  • September 2011 (82)
  • August 2011 (80)
  • July 2011 (78)
  • June 2011 (85)
  • May 2011 (71)
  • April 2011 (57)
  • March 2011 (57)
  • February 2011 (50)
  • January 2011 (54)
  • December 2010 (57)
  • November 2010 (54)
  • October 2010 (57)
  • September 2010 (56)
  • August 2010 (56)
  • July 2010 (58)
  • June 2010 (56)
  • May 2010 (59)
  • April 2010 (60)
  • March 2010 (60)
  • February 2010 (50)
  • January 2010 (51)
  • December 2009 (51)
  • November 2009 (47)
  • October 2009 (55)
  • September 2009 (49)
  • August 2009 (49)
  • July 2009 (46)
  • June 2009 (35)
  • May 2009 (35)
  • April 2009 (36)
  • March 2009 (27)
  • February 2009 (24)
  • January 2009 (25)
  • December 2008 (28)
  • November 2008 (26)
  • October 2008 (30)
  • September 2008 (31)
  • August 2008 (43)
  • July 2008 (42)
  • June 2008 (18)

Fitterati

By Best Personal Trainer Blog
The Fitnessista
Copyright © 2013 All Rights Reserved
Powered by WordPress
Customized by Cody Smith