High-Protein Cinnamon Swirl Oats (Printable)

Wholesome baked oats with cinnamon swirl and protein-packed ingredients for a nutritious breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Oat Base

01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
05 - 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
06 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Cinnamon Swirl & Crumble

10 - 1/3 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
12 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
13 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or oat flour
14 - Pinch of salt

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, eggs, Greek yogurt, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, melted butter, flour, and salt until a crumbly texture forms.
04 - Pour half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Distribute half of the cinnamon crumble evenly across the surface.
05 - Pour remaining oat mixture over the crumble layer. Top with remaining cinnamon crumble.
06 - Using a knife, gently drag through the mixture to create a marbled swirl effect throughout.
07 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
08 - Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of wholesome nutrition and indulgent flavor
  • 15g of protein per serving to keep you satisfied
  • Simple preparation with everyday ingredients
  • Versatile enough for breakfast, snack, or post-workout fuel
  • Make-ahead friendly for busy mornings
02 -
  • For meal prep, bake on Sunday and portion for quick breakfasts throughout the week
  • The oats will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container
  • Try warming individual portions in the microwave for 30 seconds before serving
  • Substitute 1/4 cup applesauce for the melted butter for a lower-fat option
  • The protein content makes this an excellent post-workout recovery meal
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