There are few combinations as heavenly as chocolate and peanut butter. Add in the wholesomeness of oats, and you’ve got a recipe that fuels your day with wholesome goodness. So I introduce this Chocolate PB Protein Baked Oatmeal! This protein oatmeal bake combines the richness of chocolate, the creaminess of peanut butter, and the hearty texture of oats into a satisfying morning meal that’s both nutritious and delicious.
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Why should I make this chocolate PB protein oatmeal bake?
Well besides for chocolate and peanut butter being the best flavor combination to exist, this oatmeal bake is actually super healthy and satiating. A lot of baked oatmeal recipes leave me hungry within the very hour, but this recipe is so packed of protein and healthy fats that it keeps me full until lunch! I don’t know about you, but that sounds like a win in the midst of a busy day!
This chocolate PB protein oatmeal bake also perfect for meal prep throughout the week. It keeps in the refrigerator for at least a week and is so easy to heat up in the morning. Sometimes I’ll have this oatmeal bake as a snack or even a dessert– IT’S THAT GOOD.
Not to mention, it can be made gluten free, dairy free, and is totally vegan;)
What do I need to make this protein oatmeal bake?
Well, lucky for you the ingredient list is as simple as the name suggests.
Ingredients:
- Chocolate protein powder (I use TumLove, but any plant-based powder will be perfect here. Whey protein works too, but see notes for consistency changes below)
- Bananas (the riper the better;)
- Peanut butter (drippy is best!)
- Maple syrup (or any liquid sweetener)
- Old-fashioned oats (gluten-free work great too!)
- Almond milk (any milk works here)
- Baking soda
- Optional: dark chocolate chips, salt, vanilla extract
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Chocolate PB Protein Oatmeal Bake
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 scoops chocolate protein powder *see notes below for whey protein
- 2 tbsp drippy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats gf work great!
- 1 cup almond milk any milk works!
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips I use a stevia-sweetened brand (also optional)
- 1 pinch of salt optional!
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional!
Instructions
- FIrst, preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease a 9 x 9 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Right to the pan, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- One the bananas are mashed add the remaining ingredients and mix until fully combined and smooth. Top with the chocolate chips and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the oatmeal bake cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Top with an extra drizzle of peanut butter and serve with some yogurt for an extra boost!
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week!
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