Enjoy a high-protein berry bake that is both delicious and healthy. This recipe combines the goodness of oats, protein powder, Greek yogurt, and mixed berries for a satisfying treat.
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30-35 minutes
Total Time:45-50 minutes
Yield:16 squares
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
1 ½ cups rolled oats
½ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
½ cup almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additions:
1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans) *optional*
¼ cup chocolate chips (dark chocolate preferred) *optional*
1 tablespoon chia seeds *optional*
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine oats, protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey/maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla.
Combine Mixtures: Gently mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
Add Berries and Extras: Fold in mixed berries and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
Bake: Spread batter in the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Cool and Serve: Let it cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
Adjust sweetener based on preference.
Experiment with different berry combinations.
Get creative with additional mix-ins like coconut or seeds.
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Make it gluten-free by using certified ingredients or vegan by swapping eggs and yogurt.
Adjust recipe for texture issues and prevent burning by monitoring oven temperature.