Enjoy the classic combo of peanut butter and chocolate with these individual portions of protein baked oats! With 22 grams of protein, this make-ahead breakfast is a great way to fuel up in the morning while enjoying something sweet.
Made with vegan protein powder and sweetened minimally with honey, these baked oats are the perfect protein-packed breakfast.
Stress less in the mornings by having something ready to go for breakfast! These peanut butter protein baked oats take less than five minutes to prep and can be cooked in the morning while you’re getting ready.
It’s gooey, healthy, and loaded with fuel for you to kick off your day. Learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet and why you want to amp it up!
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I’ve used these baked oats with clients for years because not only is it easy but it’s tasty too!
- Dairy-free, gluten-free
- 22 grams of protein
- Indulgent
- Kid-approved
- Easy to make
And if you love the peanut butter flavor, give this protein chia pudding a peek too!
Ingredients You’ll Need
If you have a well-stocked gluten-free pantry, you should have all the ingredients you need for these protein baked oats.
Regular gluten-free oats: not to be confused with quick oats, make sure to use regular rolled oats so the recipe doesn’t end up mushy. Learn more about different types of oats and how to use them. Likewise, double-check that they’re gluten-free.
Vanilla protein powder: the brand of protein you use will affect the flavor and taste of the baked oats (learn more by scrolling down).
Egg whites: this helps bump up the protein in the oats as well as the texture.
Honey: opt for real honey for the best flavor. In a pinch, maple syrup should work.
Peanut butter: make sure to use fresh peanut butter that’s runny. Using the hard stuff at the bottom of the jar won’t mix as well and you’ll end up with chunks. Likewise, grab natural peanut butter for the best results.
Mini chocolate chips: mini ones make it so that there’s more chocolate when it melts. Make sure to grab dairy-free, gluten-free chocolate chips if you need them.
Hot tip: If you're making these baked peanut butter oats with beef protein powder (which is what I recommend now), they taste best with Equip Protein, and you can use it in a 1:1 ratio as the vegan protein. However, you'll need to bake them for closer to 20 minutes.
How To Make Peanut Butter Baked Protein Oatmeal
- Blend all ingredients except chocolate chips.
- Stir chocolate chips into the mixture and pour into silicone molds.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let cool 1-2 minutes and enjoy.
Step By Step Photos
Important Teaching Tips
One of the perks about peanut butter protein baked oats is that you can make and prep the oatmeal the night before and then just make it in the morning (just like this candy cane, Christmas morning high-protein baked oatmeal).
To do this, follow the directions but instead of baking it just pop it into the fridge overnight. Bake for the same amount of time in the morning.
These baked oats are done in individual portions! This makes it fun for kids (or moms) as everyone gets their own.
The kind of protein you choose will make a difference (learn more about how to choose a protein powder for your goals). If using a pea-based protein like genuine health know that the baked oatmeal will the thicker. A protein powder like Orgain will be gooier and a bit sweeter.
When you blend the mixture, the oats won’t be fully blended/combined, that’s okay! Just make sure to divide them evenly as they fall to the bottom of the food processor.
Choosing Molds
These protein baked oats are made in individual silicone molds. This means that different molds may cook slightly differently.
These are the molds that I use and we love them because they’re the perfect serving size.
Topping The Peanut Butter Baked Oats
Though the baked oats are amazing as is, adding a few toppings can take them from a basic breakfast to a rich breakfast in just a few tweaks!
Some of our favorite ways to jazz up these rolled oats are:
- Drizzled peanut butter (or any nut butter)
- A bit of extra maple syrup
- Homemade dairy-free caramel sauce if you're using them for decadent brunch
I use these toppings on breakfasts like cinnamon roll blended overnight oats too.
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Baked Protein Oats
While it may work, I haven’t tried this. Whey protein tends to be sweeter but absorbs less liquid. Thus, if using whey protein you would need to cook the protein baked oats for longer.
Collagen powder doesn’t absorb liquid as vegan protein powder does. Thus, the oatmeal may need longer to cook or come out far too gooey.
Because the vegan protein absorbs so much liquid (especially if using a fermented powder), just reheating the oatmeal won’t work. If you want to reheat it, add 1-2tbs more non-dairy milk to the mixture and heat it in the microwave or on the stove.
To change the flavor, just change the protein! Chocolate protein powder or even caramel is a great way to mix up these baked protein oats so that you don't get bored of them.
Other High Protein, Dairy-Free Recipes
- Berry baked protein oatmeal
- Dairy-free breakfast casserole
- 18 Make ahead breakfast ideas
- Gluten-free blueberry bagels
- Protein bagels
- Double chocolate protein baked oats
- Overnight cookie dough protein oats
- Easy, gluten-free bagels
- Chocolate chip protein powder muffins
- High protein pancakes
- Yogurt protein pancakes
- Blueberry protein oatmeal
- High protein snack recipes
- Healthy breakfast recipes
High Protein Baked Protein Oats (Dairy-Free)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Rolled oats gluten-free
- 2 tbs Vegan protein powder
- ⅛ cup Egg whites
- 1 tbs Honey
- 1 tbs Peanut butter
- ¼ cup Dairy-free milk
- 1 tbs Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a blender and blend.
- Stir chocolate chips into the baked oats mixture and pour into a silicone mold.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 1-2 minutes and enjoy.
- Drizzle with extra nut butter and enjoy!
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Jamie says
These look amazingly yummy! My son is allergic to eggs. Is there a good substitute that you might suggest, or do you think I can possibly omit completely?
fitasamamabear says
Hr, is he able to have egg whites? Or not any part of the egg at all. It does help it all stay together but you MAY be able to omit it. Otherwise, I'd try one of the vegan egg substitutes! I hope that helps- let me know if you try it and what works!
Asha says
What a delicious way to get your protein in the morning! Such a tasty treat, makes me look forward to breakfast time.
fitasamamabear says
Right?! Best flavor combo AND a protein hit!
Terri says
Best idea ever! I’m always looking for easy high protein breakfasts!
fitasamamabear says
Can't go wrong with them!