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    Protein Baked Oats with Berries

    Published: Feb 18, 2021 · Modified: Mar 10, 2022 by Elise Shivamber · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Making protein baked oats with berries is an easy and healthy breakfast! This baked oatmeal recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, and has nutritious and healthy ingredients with no added sugar.

    Top down view of two slices of protein baked oats topped with berries on a white plate with a fork.

    It’s made with filling oats, healthy protein, and fresh fruit. High protein baked oatmeal is the perfect breakfast for a big day. 

    I used to eat a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast every day, but regular oatmeal can get a little boring. Change up your oatmeal breakfast with this protein baked oats recipe! Adding protein powder and other high protein ingredients is a great way to get in some extra grams of protein. 

    You can also try Protein Overnight Oats for another quick breakfast idea!

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    Why this recipe works

    This recipe is:

    • High protein
    • Gluten free and dairy free breakfast
    • Made in under 30-minutes
    • Banana free breakfast!
    • Limited dishes! No mixing bowl required

    Ingredients

    This recipe is made with simple wholesome and clean ingredients.

    Ingredients needed to make protein baked oats.

    Oats - I used old fashioned oats for this recipe. I recommend sticking to old fashioned oats. Using quick oats or steel cut oats will change the ratio of liquids needed. 

    Berries - Use your favorite combination of berries (strawberries and blueberries are my favorite!). Substitute for other fruit like mango, pineapple, kiwis, or bananas.

    Oat milk - You can swap out oat milk for almond milk to keep it dairy free, or use regular dairy milk if that’s what you prefer. 

    Protein powder - Use unflavored or vanilla protein powder. I like Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, but there are other options available. There are also vegan protein powders available. 

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements. 

    How to make this recipe

    Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Grease an 8x8 baking dish with spray oil, coconut oil, or butter.

    Add all ingredients (except berries) to a high speed blender. Blend until smooth.

    Blended oats and other ingredients in a clear blender with a bowl of sliced berries.
    Blend ingredients, except for berries.
    Pouring protein baked oats batter into a baking dish from a blender.
    Pour batter into a prepared baking dish.

    Pour the oat mixture into a prepared baking dish.

    Sprinkle berries evenly over the top.

    Baked oats batter in a baking dish with strawberries and blueberries on top before baking.
    Top with berries.
    Protein baked oats in a baking dish with berries sliced into six pieces.
    Bake for about 25 minutes and then slice.

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

    Cut carefully into 6 squares.

    Variations

    Chocolate - Add unsweetened cocoa powder into the blender or chocolate chips at the end! You can also try using chocolate protein powder. For extra sweetness, add some chocolate chips or white chocolate chips to the top of the baked oats. 

    Pumpkin - Add a scoop of pumpkin puree into the blender. 

    Matcha - Add a scoop of matcha powder into the blender.

    Fruity - Use mango, pineapple, banana, or your other favorites!

    Crunchy - Add some texture with your favorite nuts or seeds. Try pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, or chia seeds. 

    Nut butters - You can top your slice of baked oats with a smear of your favorite nut butter, like peanut butter, for an extra boost of protein. Try Easy Homemade Cashew Butter or Homemade Pumpkin Seed Butter. 

    Expert Tips

    • Using Oat Flour: Using oat flour means skipping the step of blending old fashioned oats. Instead, you can mix all ingredients by hand.
    • Blending: You don’t have to blend the oats. If you do not blend the oats, you will have a baked oatmeal texture. You can skip the blender, and mix ingredients together in a large mixing bowl instead. 
    • Make in Advance: This is the perfect make ahead breakfast for busy mornings. You can prepare all ingredients in the blender and then keep batter until ready to bake. If less than an hour, you can keep blended batter at room temperature. If keeping batter longer than one hour, keep the blended batter in the refrigerator.
    • Don’t have an 8x8: If you don’t have an 8x8 pan, you can use a 9x13 pan and cook for the same time, or until a toothpick comes out dry. If you do this, the baked oats will be more of a thin pancake-like casserole.
    • Storage Directions: These baked oats keep in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature or up to 7 days in the refrigerator.
    • Reheat Directions: You can either eat these at room temperature, or microwave in the oven for 30-60 seconds, until warm.
    • Freezing Directions: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator the night before you want to eat.
    Two slices of protein baked oats topped with berries on a white plate with a fork.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you make protein oats not grainy?

    Make sure all of your protein powder dissolves in the liquid before baking to prevent a grainy texture. 

    How do I make single serving protein baked oats?

    To make a single serving, pour equally into 6 ramekins. You could also use a large muffin tin. 

    What kind of oats are best for this recipe?

    I prefer old fashioned oats for this recipe. Using another type of oats may require a different amount of liquid. 

    How long do protein baked oats keep?

    These protein baked oats keep in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature or up to 7 days in the refrigerator.

    What is the best protein powder to use?

    I personally use Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, but there are a good amount of options available - both whey and plant-based. When searching for a clean type of protein powder, ignore any marketing tools and look immediately at the label. There are also vegan protein powders available. 

    More protein packed recipes

    • Protein Granola
    • High Protein Turkey Chili
    • Protein-Packed Greek Pasta Salad
    • Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

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    This post was updated in March 2022 to include new photographs, expert tips, and an improved recipe.

    Top down view of two slices of protein baked oats topped with berries on a white plate with a fork.

    Protein Baked Oats with Berries

    Elise Shivamber
    Making protein baked oats with berries for breakfast is an easy and healthy breakfast! This baked oatmeal recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, and has nutritious and healthy ingredients and no added sugar. It’s made with filling oats, healthy protein, and fresh fruit. High protein baked oatmeal is the perfect breakfast for a big day.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 232 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Cup Mixed Berries any combination of strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries
    • 2 cups old fashioned oats
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
    • 1 cup oat milk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup maple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Grease an 8x8 baking dish with spray oil, coconut oil, or butter.
    • Add all ingredients (except berries) to the blender. Blend until smooth.
    • Pour mixture into greased baking dish. Sprinkle berries evenly over the top.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
    • Cut carefully into 6 squares.

    Notes

    • Storage Directions: These baked oats keep in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature or up to 7 days in the refrigerator.
    • Reheat Directions: You can either eat these at room temperature, or microwave in the oven for 30-60 seconds, until warm.
    • Freezing Directions: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator the night before you want to eat.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 14gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 127mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword baked oats, breakfast, dairy free, gluten free, high protein, protein
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    1. Leslie Jones

      March 17, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      This was the perfect brunch for our guests. Hearty as well as healthy. We topped with additional fruit as well. Easy to make, you can use any berries you like.

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      • Elise Shivamber

        March 18, 2021 at 2:31 pm

        Hi Leslie! Adding extra fruit makes it the perfect healthy brunch!

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