High-Protein Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
This delicious baked oatmeal combines the goodness of bananas and protein for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats (not instant—trust me, texture matters)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based; pick your fave)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional, but adds fiber and omega-3s)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas (mashed (the browner, the sweeter))
- 2 large eggs (you can swap with 4 egg whites for fewer calories)
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy—almond, oat, whatever floats your boat)
- 0.25 cup plain greek yogurt (or unsweetened yogurt alternative)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans for crunch)
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (because life’s short, right?)
- 2 tablespoons nut butter (almond or peanut for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mash bananas in a bowl, then combine with eggs, milk, yogurt, honey, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients, then combine with wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in nuts and chocolate chips, then transfer to the baking dish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and center springs back when pressed.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares.
Notes
For added sweetness, adjust honey or maple syrup to taste.