Description
This High-Protein Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal is a hearty, wholesome breakfast that tastes like dessert but fuels you like a champ. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it’s the perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings or post-workout recovery.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
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2 cups rolled oats (not quick oats)
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1/3 cup unflavored or vanilla protein powder
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
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2 medium ripe bananas
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2 large eggs
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1 cup milk (dairy or soy preferred for extra protein)
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-Ins:
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1/3 cup hemp seeds
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1/3 cup chocolate chips (plus more for topping, optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. -
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, and cinnamon. Stir well. -
Combine the Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, mash the bananas. Add in the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. -
Bring It All Together:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until fully combined. -
Fold in Add-Ins:
Gently stir in the hemp seeds and chocolate chips. -
Bake:
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top with additional chocolate chips or banana slices if desired. -
Bake to Perfection:
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. -
Cool and Serve:
Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or store for later. -
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup, splash of milk, or a dollop of yogurt or nut butter for extra indulgence.
Notes
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Use vanilla protein powder if you prefer a sweeter base without extra syrup.
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This baked oatmeal stores well in the fridge for up to 5 days—perfect for meal prep.
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Swap chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit for a different twist.
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Freezes well in slices—wrap individually and thaw as needed for quick breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Meal Prep
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American