Description
A deliciously healthy treat packed with protein, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, protein powder, maple syrup (or honey), baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips or dried fruit if using.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, try adding an additional 1/2 cup of milk before baking.
- You can also substitute the nuts with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg