Baked Protein Oats for Clean Eating Mornings Recipe
These Baked Protein Oats are a wholesome and delicious breakfast option packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized and full throughout your morning. Easy to prepare and perfect for clean eating, this recipe combines rolled oats, protein powder, fresh fruits, nuts, and natural sweeteners baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup raw honey or pure maple syrup
- 2 cups unsweetened almond or coconut milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts of choice such as almonds
- 1 large banana, sliced
- 1 cup mixed fresh or frozen berries
For Preparation
- Coconut oil for greasing pan
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with coconut oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla protein powder, raw honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, fresh lemon zest, and unsweetened almond or coconut milk until the mixture becomes frothy and well combined.
- Add Oats: Stir in the rolled oats thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly blended.
- Soak the Mixture: If possible, allow the oat mixture to sit for 30 minutes so the oats can absorb the liquid, resulting in a better texture.
- Fold in Fruits and Nuts: Gently fold in the chopped nuts, sliced banana, and mixed fresh or frozen berries to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour and spread the oat mixture evenly into the greased baking dish.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the top and edges turn golden brown and the center is set (no longer jiggly).
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baked oats from the oven and let cool slightly. Cut into 6 even squares or bars.
- Store: These baked oatmeal squares can be stored in an airtight container between layers of wax paper and refrigerated for up to one week. They reheat well in the microwave or oven before serving.
Notes
- Letting the mixture soak for 30 minutes is optional but improves texture by softening the oats.
- You can substitute any nut or seed of your choice for the almonds for variety.
- Use fresh or frozen berries depending on availability; both work well.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- These baked oats make a great grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs or another egg replacer and use vegan protein powder.
