Baked Protein Pancake Bowls
Delicious, protein-packed breakfast bowls that are easy to make, perfect for healthy meal prep, and full of fresh fruits and wholesome ingredients. Great for busy mornings or a quick, guilt-free snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk dairy or plant-based
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup fresh berries strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
- 2 tbsp nut butter optional
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: sliced banana granola, chia seeds, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Beat the eggs, then stir in milk, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Fold in half of the fresh berries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish or ramekins. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and top with remaining berries, banana slices, nut butter, granola, or chia seeds.
- Serve warm or portion into containers for healthy meal prep.
- Notes / Pro Tips and Variations:
- Make ahead: Prepare the batter the night before for faster mornings.
- Freeze for later: Portion baked bowls into freezer-safe containers for grab-and-go meals.
- Swap ingredients: Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free; try different protein powder flavors.
- Add nutrition: Mix in chia seeds, flaxseeds, or spinach.
- Sweeten naturally: Use mashed banana or maple syrup instead of sugar.
- Customize toppings: Try berries, sliced fruits, nuts, or coconut.