Cinnamon Swirl Protein Banana Oats (Printable)

Tender oat base swirled with warm cinnamon and banana, boosted with protein for a satisfying single-serve breakfast.

# What you need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup unsweetened milk of choice
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
06 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
07 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Cinnamon Swirl

09 - 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1 teaspoon melted butter or coconut oil

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-10 ounce single-serving ramekin.
02 - Mash banana thoroughly in a mixing bowl. Whisk in egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Stir oats, protein powder, baking powder, and salt into wet mixture until well combined.
04 - Pour batter into prepared ramekin and smooth the top surface.
05 - In a small bowl, combine coconut sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to form a paste.
06 - Spoon cinnamon mixture in small dollops over oat batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl through the top layer.
07 - Bake for 22-25 minutes until center is set and top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Top with yogurt, banana slices, or nut butter if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Quick preparation in just 10 minutes.
  • Single-serve portion perfect for a busy morning.
  • Packed with 21 grams of protein to keep you full.
  • Deliciously vegetarian and easily customizable.
02 -
  • Don't overbake the oats; they should be slightly soft in the center for a moist, bread-like texture.
  • Always check ingredient labels to ensure your oats are certified gluten-free if you have dietary restrictions.
  • Greasing the ramekin well ensures you can enjoy every bit of the caramelized cinnamon edges.
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