Protein Baked Oatmeal
Yummy protein baked oatmeal bars made with vegan protein powder for a tasty breakfast or snack that's easy to make in one dish.
Servings: 9 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana 120 g
- 1.5 cups unsweetened plant-based milk 375 mL
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract optional
- 2 cups rolled oats or large flake oats 200 g
- 2 servings vanilla plant-based protein powder 60 g
- 2 tbsp ground flax seed or chia seeds 14 g
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional
- 1/2 tsp salt optional
- 1 cup fresh or frozen berries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Add the banana to a 7-8 inch square baking dish and mash with a fork until it resembles a paste.
- Add the milk and vanilla and stir to combine.
- Add everything else, except for the berries or other add-ins and stir until fully combined.
- Mix in your choice of add-ins such as fresh or frozen berries, chocolate chips, nuts, seeds, grated carrot or chopped dried fruit. If you're using frozen berries, it's suggested to sprinkle them over top of the bars and press them in a bit rather than mix them in.
- Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown and firm.
- Remove from the oven and let sit cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes before slicing. Cooling is not required but the bars will be firm and set if you let them cool fist. Serve warm with your favourite oatmeal toppings like peanut butter and yogurt or enjoy as a snack bar.
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Notes
Other Add-Ins: Instead of berries try diced apple or up to 1/2 cup other add-ins like chocolate chips, walnuts, pecans, coconut, raisins, etc.
Toppings: Serve with a drizzle of your favourite nut butter, coconut yogurt, banana, walnuts or any other topping you desire.
Flavour: Be sure to use a milk and protein powder you enjoy as they will contribute to the final flavour of the bars.
Storing: Let cool them store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freezer for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge or in the microwave. Bars can be enjoyed cold or reheated in the oven or microwave until heated to your preference.
For a larger serving size, slice into 6-8 bars.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g