A classic combo of peanut butter and chocolate chips in these Baked Oats With Protein Powder. Each individual portion packs 22 grams of protein, making it an ideal make-ahead breakfast that fuels your morning without skipping the sweet factor. Made with protein powder and lightly sweetened with honey, they’re a hearty, protein-packed way to start the day.
"What a delicious way to get your protein in the morning! Such a tasty treat, makes me look forward to breakfast time." -Asha
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 20 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 1
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 427 kcals and 22 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Rolled oats, protein powder, peanut butter, egg whites, and dairy-free milk.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free and gluten-free.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This baked protein oatmeal is creamy, indulgent, and perfect for meal prep. It feels like dessert but fuels you like breakfast, making it ideal for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or anytime you want something warm, filling, and protein-packed without dairy.
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Stress less in the mornings by having breakfast ready to go. These high-protein peanut butter baked oats take under five minutes to prep and bake while you’re getting ready, which is exactly why make-ahead breakfasts are such a lifesaver in my house. It’s the same philosophy behind my Rise and Chill Breakfast E-Book; do a little prep once and make busy mornings way easier.
Soft, gooey, and seriously satisfying, this peanut butter baked oatmeal is loaded with fuel to kick off your day strong. It’s a cozy way to boost protein without feeling like you’re forcing it (learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet), and if you love peanut butter breakfasts, enjoy this protein powder chia pudding to switch it up during the week.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: All you need to do is blend everything up and portion it into molds, and it's ready to go in the morning.
Rich tasting: It's a sweet blend of creamy peanut butter and gooey chocolate chips. If you love this flavor check out this peanut butter cup protein shake, too.
Versatile: You can easily adjust the peanut butter baked oats with toppings, add-ins, or extra protein to suit your needs.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- 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 any protein baked oats recipe. Originally made with vegan protein powder but it can also be made with beef.
- Honey: In a pinch, maple syrup will work too (that's what's used in chocolate protein baked oats), but the baked oats won't be quite as sweet.
- Peanut butter: Use fresh peanut butter that’s runny. Using the hard stuff, rock homemade peanut butter for even more flavor.
- 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.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Though the protein powder 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!
Toppings: Drizzle extra peanut butter, maple syrup, or top them with coconut milk caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Crunch: Use a crunchy peanut butter or add chopped pecans to the mix for some texture.
Nut butter: Switching to an almond hazelnut butter is a deliciously indulgent variation, and something I do a lot with cinnamon roll blended overnight oats, too.
How To Make Baked Oats with Protein Powder
Step 1: Blend all ingredients except chocolate chips.
Step 2: Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Portion into molds.
Step 4: Stir chocolate chips into the mixture and pour into silicone molds. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Let cool 1-2 minutes and enjoy.
Expert Tips
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.
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. Or, follow the directions to use a beef-based protein, which is my new personal favorite.
One of the perks of 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 are the silicone molds that I use.
Store leftovers in an airtight container (or wrapped in plastic wrap) in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat them, add a splash of homemade hemp milk on top of the oats before popping them into the microwave or oven on low.
Baked Oats With Protein Powder FAQs
All protein powders can be used to make baked oats; however, the one you choose will alter the taste and texture. Vegan protein powders absorb more liquid and create a thicker, denser baked oats. Beef protein and whey protein give a gooey texture.
Yes, you can use collagen powder to make protein baked oats. Since collagen powder doesn't absorb liquid like many protein powders, you'll want to keep an eye on the baking times until the oats reach your desired consistency.
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Protein Powder Baked 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"
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jennifer says
I love this recipe for so many reasons -- easy, so much protein, lol . . and that you do mini chocolate chips even for breakfast . . because I do pretty much everyday, every way --on my yogurt, protein waffles, and oats . . . it's kinda a joke in the family 😉
fitasamamabear says
Chocolate chips are a house staple haha like I bought a 3lbs bag last time to save money lmfao
ChihYu says
A delicious treat to start the day! Love that it tastes like a cookie and gives you so much fuel!
fitasamamabear says
Right?! Best combo ever
Vanessa says
I only had chocolate protein powder and it was fantastic! Can't really go wrong with chocolate lol
fitasamamabear says
Haha you can NEVER go wrong with chocolate!
Colleen says
We loved this baked oatmeal! Will be making it again, thank you!
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoyed it!
nancy says
super tasty and filling breakfast. It was totally creamy and hit the spot
fitasamamabear says
So happy you liked it!
Donny says
I never let myself eat something this indulgent for breakfast but it's actually good for me too so I loved it!
fitasamamabear says
Haha YES!!
Megan says
A delicious breakfast! SO fun to have a treat that's also high in protein. I love carbs, and it's nice to have the egg whites and protein powder in there.
fitasamamabear says
It's definitely a tasty one, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Janessa says
You had me at Peanut Butter! Such a great breakfast to fuel your day.
fitasamamabear says
Haha peanut butter is a life staple.
Kris says
Wow, was this tasty! So delicious for a healthy treat! 🙂
fitasamamabear says
They're a tasty one! Glad you loved them!
Emily says
This was really really good! I have it on my go-to list of hi protein things to make now!
fitasamamabear says
Amazing! Glad you liked it!
Kate says
I made these with chocolate protein powder and they came out great! Perfect to take with me on my long cycling rides.
fitasamamabear says
Amazing! I love switching up the flavors like that (caramel is yummy too lol)
Jere Cassidy says
I have been trying to find a protein powder that I like so thanks for your recommendation. This recipe couldn't be any easier and actually, I ate it as a dessert.
fitasamamabear says
Haha it's totally dessert like eh? That gooey chocolate... 😀
Gen says
This tastes so good! Thank you for a delicious, healthy breakfast that we’ll certainly add to the rotation.
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Jenni says
This is such a great breakfast! I really love it! Its easy to make, and tastes great.
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoy it!
Allyssa says
This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!