Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite recipes that perfectly balances high protein, high fiber, and comforting flavors—my Banana Bread Baked Oats. This recipe is a lifesaver for busy moms, working individuals, or anyone looking to start their day with a nutritious and delicious meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High Protein: Packed with egg whites and protein powder to keep you full and energized.
- High Fiber: Oats, cauliflower, and ground flaxseed provide a fiber boost for digestive health.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe a breeze.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Perfect for making ahead and enjoying throughout the week.
- Family Friendly: A hit with kids and adults alike, thanks to its delicious banana and chocolate chip flavors.
- Comforting Flavors: The ripe bananas and warm cinnamon create a cozy, comforting taste that feels like a treat.
The Perfect Start to Your Day
Imagine waking up to the smell of warm banana bread wafting through your kitchen. My Banana Bread Baked Oats offer that same comforting aroma and flavor but with a nutritious twist. This recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the wholesome goodness of oats and the subtle crunch of mini chocolate chips. Plus, with the added protein from egg whites and protein powder, you’ll have sustained energy to power through your morning.
Meal Prep Made Easy
One of the best things about this recipe is how meal prep friendly it is. Make this bake on Sunday, and you’ll have a delicious, ready-to-eat breakfast waiting for you each morning. Simply reheat a portion in the microwave for a quick and satisfying start to your day. This is especially perfect for busy moms and working individuals who need to streamline their mornings without sacrificing nutrition or flavor.
Here are the Main Ingredients to make this Recipe:
Family Friendly and Kid Approved
Getting kids to eat a healthy breakfast can sometimes be a challenge, but not with this recipe. The naturally sweet bananas and chocolate chips make these baked oats a kid favorite. Plus, you can feel good knowing they’re getting a nutritious start to their day. It’s a win-win for both parents and kids! We are all about sneaky hidden vegetables here!
Meal Prep Made Easy
One of the best things about this recipe is how meal prep friendly it is. Make a batch on Sunday, and you’ll have a delicious, ready-to-eat breakfast waiting for you each morning. Simply reheat a portion in the microwave for a quick and satisfying start to your day. This is especially perfect for busy moms and working individuals who need to streamline their mornings without sacrificing nutrition or flavor.
One of the BEST parts about this recipe is there are very minimal dishes- you can make it all in the dish you are baking it in!
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Recipe Notes & Modifications:
- Whey/casein protein powder is recommended for its texture and flavor, I recommend the Select One PEScience brand, flavour Vanilla Gourmet for this recipe.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the steamed cauliflower rice with the mashed bananas before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins such as chopped nuts, dried fruits, or seeds for added texture and flavor. Be mindful this will change the macros
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can also freeze individual portions for a quick and healthy breakfast option
- I love these baking dishes from amazon as they come with a lid and make storage easy!
- To reheat, simply microwave a portion for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through
Looking for more Breakfast Options?!
Checkout my Banoffee French Toast Bake which has similar flavours but a biscuit cookie twist!
In the mood for something more savoury? Then my Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake is for you!
Comforting Banana Flavors
There’s something undeniably comforting about the flavor of bananas, especially when combined with warm cinnamon and vanilla. These Banana Bread Baked Oats capture that comforting, homey feeling in a nutritious breakfast that feels indulgent but is actually good for you.
Now, dive into how to whip up this Oat bake. If you give this recipe a try, I’d love to hear from you! Rate the recipe, leave a comment, or tag me on Instagram @thebalancedbitefoodie so I can see your delicious creations!
Banana Bread Baked Oats
6
Servings15
minutes40
minutes319
kcal292
55
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Ingredients
160 g oats (1 3/4 cups)
700 g frozen cauliflower rice (5 cups)
260 g egg whites (1 cup)
2 whole eggs
15 g ground flaxseed (2 tbsp)
100 g almond milk (1/3 cup)
240 g ripe mashed banana (1 cup or 2 large bananas)
35 g mini chocolate chips (3 tbsp)
1 1/3 tbsp baking powder
1/2 cup alternative sweetener (such as monk fruit or Swerve brown sugar)
100 g vanilla protein powder (1 cup)- see note
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Steam the cauliflower rice in the microwave for 5 minutes.
- In a 9×13-inch casserole dish, whisk the eggs together, then mix in all the ingredients except the chocolate chips.
- Mix in the steamed cauliflower rice.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the dish and top with the chocolate chips.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes (typically 45 minutes), until the edges are just starting to brown and the middle is just starting to set. It will continue cooking as it cools.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Recipe Notes & Modifications
- Whey/casein protein powder is recommended for its texture and flavor, I recommend the Select One PEScience brand, flavour Vanilla Gourmet for this recipe.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the steamed cauliflower rice with the mashed bananas before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins such as chopped nuts, dried fruits, or seeds for added texture and flavor. Be mindful this will change the macros
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can also freeze individual portions for a quick and healthy breakfast option
- To reheat, simply microwave a portion for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 292g
- Total number of serves: 6
- Calories: 319kcal
- Carbohydrates: 36.7g
- Protein: 27.4g
- Fat: 7.1g
- Fiber: 7.6g
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I love this recipe! It’s so easy to make and it’s the best pre-workout snack!
Thank you so much for trying this recipe Morgan, I’m glad you enjoy it as much as we do!
Made this and LOVE it! Pairs perfectly with a black coffee to power my morning
I am so glad you enjoy it as much as I do Val! I agree- so good in the morning with some hot coffee! Thank you for trying it and sharing this feedback!
Seriously one of my most favorite breakfast recipes! So quick and easy and tastes just like banana bread!
So glad its a fave in your house like it is in mine! All about those hidden veggies! Thank you for sharing!!
Super quick and easy to make a could be any meal or snack! Super yummy!
So glad you love it, it is my favorite sweet treat!
Loooooove this for weekly meal prep! Easy for a quick morning bite or grab & go. My kiddo loves it too- 10/10
Love hearing that it is kiddo approved!! Meal prep saves lives! glad this one is in your rotation!
I only had one 350g pkg of cauliflower but I really wanted to make this, so, I dug through my freezer and found a 350g pkg of frozen spiral zucchini. It worked!
Looking forward to trying more of your recipes 😀
Oh that makes me so happy to hear you enjoyed it- swapping in zucchini was a great choice! You can do that with any of the bakes i post- just keep an eye on the cook time as zucchini has more moisture so cook time may be slightly different- if you squeeze out excess water with zucchini then it should basically be the same! So glad you loved it and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the others you try. Thank you for sharing ! (:
LOVE this recipe! Such a great start to the morning. So tasty plus packed with protein to keep me going throughout the day!
This was absolutely delicious! I thought it would have a strong cauliflower taste with the amount in the recipe but it doesn’t! I used PEscience peanut butter cookie protein powder and chia seeds instead of ground flax as it was what I had on hand and it was delicious! Perfect for meal prepping this week. Thank you for the recipe!
Yum!! I bet the peanut butter powder would be so good! Thank you so much for trying and so happy you enjoyed it (: