Description
A delightful baked oatmeal that combines the comforting taste of cinnamon rolls with the nutrition of protein, perfect for breakfast or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla preferred)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (9×9 inch works great).
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, adding nuts and raisins or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until set and golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
This recipe holds up well for meal prep and is flexible with ingredient substitutions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: baked oatmeal, cinnamon roll, breakfast recipe, high protein, meal prep