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Blueberry Protein Baked Oats

Name: Blueberry Protein Baked Oats
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups rolled oats; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 eggs; 3/4 cup milk; 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla); 1 banana; 1 cup frozen blueberries; 1 tsp baking powder; 2 tbsp maple syrup

Baked oats are like a soft, cakey oatmeal bar. This blueberry version uses Greek yogurt, eggs and protein powder for about 27 grams of protein per serving (estimated), and one pan covers three breakfasts.

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At a glance: 40 minutes · makes 3 servings (8x8 pan) · fridge 4 days or freezer 2 months · about 27 g protein per serving*

Tips for the best baked oats recipe

Use rolled oats for a soft, cakey texture. Quick oats work but turn softer.
Frozen blueberries can go straight in; no need to thaw.
Bake until the center is set and a knife comes out clean.
Cut into squares once cooled and refrigerate. Reheat 45 to 60 seconds.

Blueberry Protein Baked Oats recipe

Blueberry Protein Baked Oats

40 minutes · 3 servings · about 27 g protein per serving*

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 scoop protein powder (vanilla)
1 banana
1 cup frozen blueberries
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp maple syrup

Directions

Heat oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8 pan.
Mash banana; whisk in eggs, yogurt, milk, maple syrup and protein powder.
Stir in oats and baking powder, then fold in blueberries.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes until set. Cut into 3 servings.

Make it different: Swap blueberries for raspberries or diced apple.

Storage: Fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months, cut into portions.

* Protein amounts are estimates based on typical USDA values for common products. Brands vary, especially protein powder, bread and sausage, so check your labels.

More ways to make it

Apple cinnamon: swap the blueberries for 1 diced apple and add 1 tsp cinnamon.
Chocolate peanut butter: use chocolate protein powder, add 2 tbsp cocoa and swirl 2 tbsp peanut butter on top.
Strawberry: use 1 cup chopped strawberries and a little lemon zest.
No protein powder: leave it out and use 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt.

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FAQ

What are baked oats?

Oats mixed with eggs, yogurt or milk and fruit, then baked until set, like a soft oatmeal cake you can slice.

Can you make baked oats ahead?

Yes. They keep 4 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer, cut into portions.

Can I make baked oats without protein powder?

Yes. Leave it out and use 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt. Protein drops to about 23 g per serving (estimated).

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