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When you get tired of keto smoothies and keto pancakes and plain old boiled eggs, give another surprising low carb breakfast a try – Keto Oatmeal! Also known as “noatmeal”, this low carb oatmeal recipe literally takes a few minutes from start to finish. With just 5 ingredients. Seriously.
You can even customize it to make your favorite flavor variations of this keto oatmeal recipe!
But first, can you have oatmeal on a low carb diet? And what is keto oatmeal, anyway?
Is Oatmeal Keto and Low Carb?
Unfortunately, as a grain, oats are not low carb or keto friendly. They are actually pretty starchy.
For people that want to be gluten-free, you can find oats that are certified gluten-free, but otherwise many are cross-contaminated with gluten as well. And even though oatmeal is often touted as a “heart healthy” food, the reality is there are lots of foods that are more nutrient-dense.
This is why I created this instant keto oatmeal recipe! It packs in a ton of nutrients, it’s low carb and still totally delicious.
What Is Keto Oatmeal? (Or Noatmeal!)
So, what is keto oatmeal? It’s a blend of natural seeds, coconut milk, and my favorite Collagen Peptides from Vital Proteins!
The collagen adds a nice protein boost and gives you all the benefits of collagen in a delicious, comforting low carb breakfast. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies, so I like to add it into all kinds of things from keto coffee to cookie dough bites to protein cookies.
You can actually get a thick, creamy texture by cooking hemp seeds, flax seed meal, chia seeds, and collagen in some coconut milk. It may sound a little strange, but this combination really is very similar to regular oatmeal. The main difference is that the texture of low carb oatmeal is a little finer compared to the size of oats.
The Fastest Way To Make Low Carb Oatmeal
You can heat your keto oatmeal in the microwave or on the stove. Either way, all it takes is stirring together the ingredients and heating for just a couple of minutes to thicken.
This low carb oatmeal recipe is for one person, but you can easily scale it for any number of servings you like. Simply adjust the number on the recipe card below.
The catch? It will take longer to cook more servings.
If you want to make lots of servings of keto oatmeal quickly, the best way is to use a large saucepan. More surface area means it will cook as fast as possible.
How To Make Keto Oatmeal Variations
The best part about low carb oatmeal is the variations you can make with it! Here are some of the best ones:
- Maple pecan
- Strawberries and cream
- Cinnamon roll
- Chocolate peanut butter
If you have your own favorite way to make oatmeal, you can totally do it with noatmeal, too.
Simply add your favorite mix-ins after cooking keto oatmeal. Some can also be added before heating.
How To Make Low Carb Oatmeal Ahead
You can make keto oatmeal and store it in the fridge, but it does thicken over time just like regular oatmeal would. You can thin it out with more milk or cream and reheat.
However, a better option is to just premix your seeds and collagen ahead of time. Then you can add coconut milk and heat right before eating. It only takes a couple of minutes!
Easy Low Carb Keto Oatmeal Recipe
This reader favorite recipe is included in The Wholesome Yum Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook! Inside this beautiful hard cover keto recipe book, you’ll find 100 delectable, EASY keto recipes to replace all your favorite carbs: bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, desserts, and more… each with 10 ingredients or less! Plus, a photo, macros, & tips for every recipe.
Easy Low Carb Keto Oatmeal Recipe – 5 Ingredients
Learn how to make keto oatmeal 4 ways – maple pecan, strawberries & cream, chocolate peanut butter, or cinnamon roll – all based on an easy low carb oatmeal recipe with 5 ingredients!
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Basic Keto Oatmeal
Optional Add-Ins (Recommended for all variations)
Maple Pecan Add-Ins
Chocolate Peanut Butter Add-Ins
Strawberries & Cream Add-Ins
Cinnamon Roll Add-Ins
Instructions
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Basic Keto Oatmeal
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Stir all ingredients, except cream or milk, together in a small saucepan. (This includes the optional sweetener and salt if using.)
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Add cream/milk and whisk until smooth.
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Stovetop instructions:
Simmer for a few minutes, until thickened.
Microwave instructions:
Instead of a saucepan, use a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes, until thickened.
Serve immediately, or follow options below for add-ins.
Maple Pecan Keto Oatmeal
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Stir in the maple extract and chopped pecans.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Keto Oatmeal
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Stir in peanut butter and extra milk, then simmer for another minute.
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Stir in chocolate chips.
Strawberries & Cream Keto Oatmeal
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Stir in strawberries, coconut cream, and vanilla extract.
Cinnamon Roll Keto Oatmeal
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Stir in cinnamon and 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) vanilla extract.
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In a very small bowl, whisk together powdered sweetener, coconut cream, and 1/4 tsp (1.25 mL) vanilla extract. Drizzle over oatmeal in a swirl pattern.
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305 Comments
Nancy Secaur
1It was hard to give up oatmeal when I went Keto. As both child and adult, eating dry oat flakes was a favorite snack! I loved the Bob’s Red Mill Triple-Thick, both raw and cooked.
So to get that texture, I added large unsweetened coconut flakes. And because I love texture, I also added sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. I make the dry mix in a big jar, and just take a scoop (or 2!), add the milk of my choice (usually almond), and nuke it. Perfect as is, but your add-in flavor suggestions are also great!
Margaret
1Are the vital protein collagen peptides necessary or optional?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Margaret, I highly recommend adding the vital protein collagen peptides to this oatmeal recipe.
Ellen
1Excellent recipe. I used almond milk and added besti brown Sweetener, butter and cinnamon. Definitely a keeper!
BI
0I miss oatmeal. This recipe really fills that gap!
Nickie
0Absolutely my favorite recipe for hot cereal. I literally don’t miss cream of wheat anymore. Look forward to breakfast everyday esp during the fall and winter. Thank you!
Melissa
0I take liquid collagen every morning. Being on a tight budget (Social Security) I’d rather not buy powdered collagen unless it binds the oatmeal or is necessary in some way. Very anxious to try your many keto cereals!
carmen
0Hi, Can you make in bulk in freeze?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Carmen, I don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
Carrie
0I assume the net carbs are without the variations. I am using almond milk. How many carbs are in the add-ons???
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Carrie, If you are using different ingredients than the recipe, you will have to use an online recipe creator to get that info. There are many varieties of almond milk with different nutritional facts that I can’t tell you exactly how it would affect the carbs.
Carrie
0I really loved this recipe I tried the maple pecan version. I think it has more of a cream-of-wheat texture but it was delicious and satisfying. I was on a strict keto diet that probably didn’t have enough macro’s of carbs and it was so restrictive. Recipes like this make the diet enjoyable and it seems so healthy. Thank you Maya I am amazed at how you help me with my Keto adventure it’s no longer boring. If I lose the weight I can easily continue with the keto lifestyle and just increase my carb intake a bit.
larry
0Also, for people who have celiac, Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides has wheatgrass. While wheatgrass is gluten-free when harvested from a growing wheat plant without any seeds. Wheatgrass is the fresh sprouted leaves of the wheat plant. For all of us who have celiac wheat is our kryptonite.
larry
0Thank you for mentioning “… certified gluten-free oats.” I can’t emphasize this enough for people like me who have celiac.
Staci
0When making ahead of time and storing the dry ingredients, will a reusable silicone storage bag be a good choice or is something else recommended?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Staci, Yes, that would work.
Jasmine Garrett
0Absolutely scrumptious! I used instant espresso so that I could make the coffee flavor extra strong, which gave it an extra umph 😊
Katherine
0Can you suggest a substitute for Vital Proteins? oncologist said that’s a big no!
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Katherine, You could substitute with a collagen powder that your doctor recommends.
Konnie
0I love this! I used egg white protein powder, almond milk, and cinnamon. One recipe is too much for me! It seemed extremely rich but delicious!
Wendie
0I use this product. Did your oncologist say why its a no?
Josh
0What about the 100 calorie 15 net carbs packets of oatmeal?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Josh, I would not consider those a keto option.
Deb
0I was skeptical but this recipe is good. I was really missing oatmeal and this is a great substitution. Allergic to coconut so I used unsweetened almond milk. Seemed to work fine.
Terri Garringer
0Awesome! I have tried many recipes for keto oatmeal but this is the winner! I didn’t have collagen peptides so replaced with isopure unflavored protein powder. I used 2-3 T of heavy cream and the rest of unsweetened almond milk. I like mine runny so I added quite a bit of almond milk. I added 1 T of allulose sweetener… a dash of sugar free maple syrup and bacon bits. This is the closest I’ve come to the real thing!
Jonah Myers
0So a little backstory: I am a type 1 diabetic. I do everything to control my sugar and keep it in the best control so I can live a long life for my family. When I was younger and had less concern for my sugars (mid-late high school) I used to eat protein powder oatmeal every single morning for breakfast. It was my absolute favorite. I would always get high blood sugars in the afternoon, but I couldn’t explain why, because I never put sugar in my oats, and I believed I had taken enough insulin to cover it. Flash forward to nearly 10 years later, I have cut nearly all carbohydrate-heavy foods out of my diet, including oatmeal, and have substituted the alternatives in (I usually just tell people “keto” because that’s easy to understand). I have used numerous recipes on your site, but NONE have made me feel so happy as the simple gift of being able to eat my favorite breakfast again, without the dramatic and aggressive spike in my blood sugar for the morning. This review may seem dramatic, but I really, really mean it. You gave me back one of my favorite foods and something that used to be a part of my routine every day. Thank you!
Angie Pina
0Which carbs should we be putting attention too. I don’t understand, Is it the total carbs 9g or the Net carbs 4g. Thanks for the recipe I will try it.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Angie, Most people prefer and do fine with net carbs. You can read more about calculating net carbs here.
Gorge
0Both but I pay more attention to the total carbs. For a ketogenic diet you are to be at 20 carbs. Now you can get to 20 net carbs but eat way more than the recommended amount to stay in ketosis. Example 60 carbs -40 fiber =20 net carbs. A true ketogenic diet should be whole meats, certain vegetables and small amounts of berries. Get to know what you are eating. Know the carbs, sugars, etc. Sticking to that you shouldn’t have to worry too much about carb counting. There should only be a minimal amount of daily subtracting being done. Hope this helps, good luck!
Lindsay
0Even though they are part of the “total carbs” on nutrition labels, fiber and sugar alcohols (sweeteners used by keto recipes) are not digested by the body. This means they are not absorbed to create insulin, which is the main concern when trying to maintain ketosis. By using net carbs, you are strictly paying attention to carbs the body absorbs that actually impact ketosis. Still, it is ultimately a personal preference as to which you use.
Michelle
0Love it! Small modifications: Almond Butter instead of Peanut Butter, Vanilla Protein Powder & 1/2 Heavy Cream 1/2 Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk.
Mandana
0Made this today for the first time, I was a little worried about the portion size but it is FILLING! Flavor/addition possibilities are endless!
Lisa
0Hi, I have a couple of questions if it’s ok. In regards to the coconut cream, what exactly is the coconut cream Freon canned coconut milk? Also, can I make these like overnight oats instead of cooking them? Thank you, Lisa.
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Lisa, Coconut cream and coconut milk are different. Here is a recipe for Overnight Oats.
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0I made this “noatmeal” this morning for the first time. Maya’s instructions are clear and complete. The taste was great, especially when I added cinnamon and vanilla. A little calories-free maple syrup didn’t hurt, either. I made up a batch of the dry ingredients for four servings to make it quicker on busy mornings.
Tammy Jones
0Did not use chia seeds, but the texture was still gelatinous. How do you avoid this?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Tammy, This recipe may not have the exact tastes and textures of oatmeal, more like hot cereal. You can thin it out with more keto-friendly milk to help with the texture.
Lilly
0I didn’t have chia seeds so I omitted, used brown flax seeds instead of golden, used whey protein powder instead of the collagen peptides, used Swerve brown sugar as the sweetener, used heavy cream, added a pat of butter and used chopped walnuts instead of pecans in the maple pecan version. Came out delicious and extremely filling. My husband, who isn’t doing keto, really liked it but it was a little too sweet for him. I’ll pick up some chia seeds and use less sweetener for him next time….and there will be a next time.
Angela
0This feels and tastes like cream of wheat, and keeps me full for hours! I added a tablespoon of dark cocoa powder. I could eat this every morning.
Lauren
0This was exactly what I’ve been needing. I am so sick of eggs, avocado and smoothies. I needed this bowl of cozy and it was delicious!
Toni Corona
0I find no place where I can print the recipe.
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Toni, The print button is located right above the ingredients list.
JD
0I have made this several times. My favorite way is to add a scoop of pureed pumpkin and pumpkin pie spices. It’s like a pumpkin pie in a bowl–really good. I also sometimes use pea protein instead of collagen, which adds kind of a pie crust flavor. Thanks for this recipe–it’s become a go-to for my keto diet.
P.S. I made your bagel recipe, too. They far exceeded my expectations. I think oatmeal and bagels were what I missed most, so now that’s not an issue anymore! You are doing a great job with these recipes.
Karen Libman
0Love this recipe! Would it work to make overnight “noatmeal”?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Karen, You can find my Overnight Oats recipe here!
Natalie
0Are black flax seeds ok? Do they have to be ground?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Natalie, Black flax seeds would work in this recipe. I do suggest they are ground to get the best results.
Pamela
0Pumpkin Pie Spice Season is here!
I found VERY QUICKLY that I do not like the “green” taste of raw hulled hemp seeds.
Before cooking, I start by blooming my chia seeds with salt, golden monkfruit and maple extract in the 1/2 cup liquid in my microwave safe bowl. Pop that in the fridge. Next I TOAST my hemp seeds in a small non-stick skillet stirring constantly. Toasting goes fast! Take off the heat and let cool. The small amount cools quickly. Add golden flax meal, protein peptides and pumpkin pie spice and whisk together.
Take bowl of liquids out of fridge. Whisk in the combined dry ingredients. Cook in microwave.
Thanks for the great Cinnamon Roll Add Ins for inspiration <3
Celsa Villarreal
0Loved it!! Added a little banana extract and cinnamon and it was delish!! Not happy with it having so many calories per serving but I will have 1-2 times a wk for the great Omega benefits the seeds have. Thank YOU!! Always great recipes on this site.
Vicky
0If I make this on a stovetop, do I use water, same as with oatmeal? Because the recipe doesn’t specify. And if I do, how much? If I don’t, how do you cook it? Because the instructions aren’t clear.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Vicky, You must have missed the recipe card with full ingredient amounts and instructions. Combine all dry ingredients into a pan, pour cream/milk on top, whisk together. Simmer for 2 minutes on the stovetop until warmed through and thickened. I hope this helps!
Wiletta
0What can be substituted for the Golden Flax Seed Meal?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Wiletta, Increase the amount of chia seeds to 1 tablespoon if you are omitting the flax seed meal. Enjoy!
Marci
0I really love this recipe. Have been on Keto for one year, and didn’t realize how much I missed oatmeal until I made it. Thank you so much!!
Pamela
0Tried the no-oats oatmeal today from the carboholic cookbook so the recipe is missing the vital proteins. It is delicious! So nutty and satisfying. I added choc zero milk chocolate chips and yum! Feels indulgent. I’ll never miss oatmeal again. Thanks, Maya
Chelsea
0This is absolutely delicious! I think next time i might try with some sort of almond milk as I find canned coconutmilk quite high calorie. However I will continue to make this because it is YUMMY!
Thank you!
Aila Brookins
0Just made Keto “oatmeal”. It was delish! I actually used almond milk, because I did not have coconut milk available and I like my oatmeal savory, so salt and when it was ready, I added real salted butter. What a treat! I will make it again!
Jodie Gibson
0love porridge (oatmeal), and miss it occasionally on keto, but cannot stand hemp seeds. Any suggestions for an alternative? Or do I just have to go on missing porridge? 😉
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Jodie, The flavor of the hemp hearts is not super prominent so I’d encourage you to try it as is to see what you think. If it’s still not for you, you can try replacing them with finely chopped nuts or coconut flakes, but you might need to add flax or chia seeds to thicken sufficiently.
RickP
0Tried this in the past. Ugh. Don’t call this oatmeal. Ugh, is terrible.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Rick, Sorry this didn’t suit your tastes. This recipe may not have the exact tastes and textures of oatmeal, but it makes a great hot cereal for those who miss it. Perhaps you would prefer this Keto Granola recipe instead?
Roxann Ritchie
0Has anyone tried this as cold/refrigerator oats?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Roxann, Here is the recipe and method for Keto Overnight Oats. Enjoy!
Erik Johnstone
0Love this in the morning… great for backpacking/camping