Baked Berry Protein Oatmeal

This vegan baked berry protein oatmeal is super easy to whip up for a make-ahead breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized (120 g) ripe banana 
• 1.5 cups (325 mL) unsweetened plant-based milk such as cashew or almond
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, optional
• 2 cups (200 g) rolled or large flake oats
• 2 scoops of NOURISH Vanilla-Flavored Protein
• 1 tbsp (7 g) ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cinnamon, optional
• 1/2 tsp salt, optional
• 1.5 cups (160 g) fresh or frozen mixed berries or berry of choice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. Add the banana to a 7-8 inch square baking dish and mash with a fork until it resembles a paste.
3. Add the milk and vanilla and stir to combine.
4. Add everything else, except for the berries and stir into a thick, uniform batter.
5. Sprinkle the berries evenly over the top of the oatmeal. Gently press them in a bit with a spoon or your finger.
6. Bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing into bars.
8. Enjoy warm with your favourite toppings or store for a ready-to-go breakfast or snack.

Notes-

• Serving Size: I cut these into 8 bars but if you’d like them a little bigger, 6 larger bars works too!
• Toppings: Serve with a drizzle of your favourite nut butter, coconut yogurt, banana, walnuts or any other topping you desire.
• Texture: Due to the protein powder, the bars have somewhat of a cakey texture. Just FYI!
• Flavour: Be sure to use a milk and protein powder you enjoy as they will contribute to the final flavour of the bars.
• Storing: Let cool them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freezer for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge or in the microwave. Bars can be enjoyed cold or reheated in the oven or microwave until heated to your preference.

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