High Protein Strawberry Baked Oats
A delicious and nutritious breakfast recipe combining sweet strawberries, hearty oats, and protein powder for a filling and energy-packed start to your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder whey or plant-based
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries plus extra for topping
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup optional
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Mix oats, protein powder, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until well mixed.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and top with additional strawberries.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool slightly, then serve warm with optional toppings like yogurt or nut butter.
Notes
For a creamier texture, you can blend the oats before mixing them into the wet ingredients. You can also substitute the strawberries with other fruits such as blueberries or bananas for a variation in flavor. This recipe can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for longer shelf life.