Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of a cinnamon roll with a healthy twist in these Cinnamon Roll Protein Baked Oats. Packed with protein and without using any protein powder, this breakfast treat is a perfect way to start your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Batter: In a blender, combine oats, milk, egg, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared dish, spread evenly, and bake for 25–28 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Make the Glaze: Mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth for the glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over slightly cooled baked oats, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra protein, add 2 tablespoons of nut butter to the batter.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking for added texture.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
