Baked Vanilla Protein Oat Slice
How good is a baked good for breakie! This delicious baked oat slice is a healthy, high-protein breakfast that is a canvas for whatever toppings you would like to add! With 17 grams of protein per serving, this is a recipe that will satisfy whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, a snack, or post-workout.Â
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- â…“ cup flaxseed meal
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup egg whites whites of about 2 eggs, may sub an additional whole egg
- 2 cups milk of choice
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 scoops SSH Vanilla Protein Powder
- serve with berries and a dollop of greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180ºc. Lightly oil a medium slice tray and line with baking paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, flax meal, chia seeds, baking powder, salt, whole eggs, egg whites, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla. Stir well. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the liquid to absorb into the dry ingredients.
- After 10 minutes, add the protein powder and stir until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 34-38 minutes. After 20 minutes of baking, cover loosely with foil so the edges don’t get too dark.
- Remove from the oven once the center of the baked oatmeal is slightly firm to touch or a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Overhead view protein baked oatmeal in white baking dish.
- Remove the baked oatmeal when the center is firm to the touch or a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before cutting into 9 squares.
- Serve with desired toppings of choice.Protein baked oatmeal servings on white plates, topped with Greek yogurt, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, and fresh berries.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 17gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 161mgIron: 2mg
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