Description
This High-Protein Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious breakfast that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the health benefits of oats and protein. Packed with protein from eggs, protein powder, hemp hearts, and milk, this recipe is perfect for meal prepping or a filling start to your day. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite mix-ins, this healthy breakfast option is perfect for anyone seeking a balanced and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (not quick oats)
- ⅓ cup unflavored or vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups milk of choice (dairy, soy, or other non-dairy alternative)
- ¼ cup hemp hearts
- Optional: ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, protein powder, and ground cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, mashed bananas, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Mix Together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring to combine. Fold in hemp hearts and chocolate chips (optional).
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let the oatmeal cool in the baking dish for 20 minutes. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve warm. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- You can add walnuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
- For a dairy-free option, use almond or coconut milk.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by reducing or eliminating the maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooling Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Cook Time
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
