Start your day with a slice of Protein Baked Oatmeal! This healthy, make-ahead breakfast is packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. This quick and versatile oatmeal recipe is easy to make and bakes in thirty-five minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375° F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray, and set it aside.
Whisk together the milk, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium-sized bowl.
Mix the oats, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon together in a large bowl.
Pour the milk-egg mixture and melted butter into the bowl with the oat mixture and stir to combine.
Stir in the pecans and semi-sweet chocolate chunks.
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes until the top of the oatmeal is golden brown and the oatmeal is set.
Serve warm or cold.
Notes
STORE - Cover the pan in foil or store slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
FREEZE - Portion out the baked oatmeal into {6} slices, or desired amount of slices. Wrap slices individually or transfer to a freezer-safe container (or zip-top bag). Freeze for up to 3 months.
REHEAT - Place a slice of baked oatmeal onto a microwave-safe dish. Cover and heat for 45 seconds - one minute. Serve warm with maple syrup or nut butter.