Protein Baked Oatmeal
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4.9
Protein Baked Oatmeal
Description
Protein Baked Oatmeal incorporates rolled oats combined with protein powder and unsweetened almond milk as a base, enhanced with peanut butter for richness and natural sweetness from maple syrup. Eggs provide binding, while coconut oil and vanilla add moisture and aroma. Blueberries stirred into the batter contribute moderate tartness and color.
Baking in an 8-inch square dish sets the mixture into a dense yet tender texture where the oats absorb the liquids and protein powder, creating a hearty breakfast option that holds its shape for easy slicing. Topping with additional fresh blueberries and a drizzle of nut butter after baking increases visual appeal and adds bursts of flavor and satiety.
This baked oatmeal can serve as a make-ahead breakfast, offering a convenient source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It requires no complicated preparation and uses wholesome ingredients, making it suitable for meal prep or casual mornings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats old fashioned
- ½ cup protein powder I used Sun Warrior, vanilla
- 2 cups almond milk or any dairy-free milk, unsweetened
- ¼ cup peanut butter or any nut butter
- 2 large egg or flax eggs
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup blueberries plus more for topping, fresh
- nut butter for drizzling on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, protein powder, almond milk, peanut butter, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and salt.
- Stir in blueberries and carefully pour oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with additional blueberries.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until center is set. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Portion and serve with a drizzle of nut butter.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/6 slice | |
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 272mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 94mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.