Protein Oat Breakfast Squares (Print)

Wholesome oat squares with protein and mild sweetness. Grab-and-go fuel for the morning.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
10 - 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

12 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit (optional)
13 - 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil or unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
05 - Fold mini chocolate chips or dried fruit and chopped nuts into the batter, if using.
06 - Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
07 - Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
08 - Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 9 squares.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Perfect way to use staple pantry items and leftover oats
  • Quick and easy prep only ten minutes and the oven does the rest
  • Customizable with your favorite add-ins for variety
  • Balanced mix of protein and fiber keeps you full
  • Makes ahead beautifully so breakfast is ready for days
02 -
  • High protein and fiber keeps you satisfied for hours
  • Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup for balanced nutrition
  • Kid approved and perfect for adults as a grab-and-go snack
  • Freezes well with no loss of texture or flavor
03 -
  • Toast the oats in your oven for five minutes before mixing for richer flavor.
  • Always use room temperature eggs so the batter comes together easier.
  • Let the pan cool, even if you are in a hurry. Cutting too soon results in crumbly squares.

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