Name: Protein Pumpkin Oatmeal Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned oats; 1 cup pumpkin puree; 2 scoops vanilla protein powder; 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup pure maple syrup; 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp baking powder; pinch of salt; optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Description

A wholesome baked oatmeal combining pumpkin puree, protein powder, and warm spices for a nourishing fall breakfast. This recipe delivers a high protein, fiber-rich meal perfect for busy mornings or make-ahead meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups old-fashioned oats

1 cup pumpkin puree

2 scoops vanilla protein powder

1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk

2 large eggs

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

pinch of salt

optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.

2. In a bowl combine oats, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until combined, adding more almond milk if too thick.

5. Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips.

6. Spread batter evenly in the prepared dish.

7. Bake 30 to 35 minutes until center is set and edges are golden.

8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: breakfast
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 235
Sugar: 8
Fat: 7
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 6
Protein: 15

Keywords: pumpkin, oatmeal, protein, baked oatmeal, fall breakfast, pumpkin spice, healthy breakfast