Description
This High-Protein Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome, nutrient-packed breakfast or snack option that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the heartiness of baked oatmeal. Enriched with protein powder and hemp hearts, it offers a balanced boost of energy while maintaining a naturally sweet taste from ripe bananas and pure maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (not quick oats)
- ⅓ cup unflavored or vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 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)
Add-ins
- ¼ cup hemp hearts
- Optional: ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, protein powder, and ground cinnamon until well incorporated.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, mashed ripe bananas, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Mix Together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and stir until just combined. Gently fold in hemp hearts and optional chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Bake: Transfer the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set in the center and the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool in the dish for 20 minutes to set further. Cut into squares and serve warm. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based or dairy milk to accommodate dietary preferences.
- Adding chocolate chips is optional but adds a lovely sweetness and texture.
- For a nut-free option, omit the hemp hearts or replace with sunflower seeds.
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- This recipe can be reheated in the microwave or oven for a comforting warm breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
