Protein Banana Oat Breakfast Squares

🍌 Protein Banana Oat Breakfast Squares (High-Protein, Meal-Prep Friendly)

These soft, lightly sweet breakfast squares are perfect for busy mornings — especially if you’re trying to keep protein high and sugar moderate.

🥣 Ingredients (Makes 9 squares)

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats

• 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed well)

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)

• ¼ cup milk (dairy or almond)

• 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness preference)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins

• 2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter

• 2 tbsp chia or flax seeds

• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips

• ¼ cup chopped nuts

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients.

3. In another bowl, whisk mashed bananas, eggs, yogurt, milk, sweetener, and vanilla.

4. Combine wet and dry mixtures until fully incorporated.

5. Fold in any optional add-ins.

6. Pour batter into baking dish and smooth the top.

7. Bake for 22–28 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Cool completely before slicing into 9 squares.

💪 Nutrition (Approximate Per Square)

• Calories: 160–190

• Protein: 8–12g (depends on protein powder used)

• Fiber: 3–4g

• Sugar: 5–8g

❓ Q & A

1. Can I make this dairy-free?

Yes. Use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based milk. Choose a dairy-free protein powder.

2. Can I make this without protein powder?

Yes, but protein content will be lower. Replace protein powder with ¼ cup oat flour or almond flour.

3. How do I increase protein?

Add:

• An extra egg

• 2 tbsp hemp seeds

• ¼ cup cottage cheese (blend smooth before adding)

• Use high-protein Greek yogurt

4. How do I make it vegan?

Replace:

• Eggs → 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flax + 5 tbsp water)

• Greek yogurt → dairy-free yogurt

• Use plant-based protein powder

5. Can I meal prep this?

Absolutely. Store:

• Fridge: up to 5 days

• Freezer: up to 2 months

Reheat in microwave 20–30 seconds.

6. Why are my squares dry?

Common causes:

• Overbaking

• Too much protein powder

• Not enough banana or liquid

Add 1–2 tbsp milk next time for softer texture.

7. Can I blend the oats?

Yes! Blending makes a smoother, cake-like texture instead of chewy oat texture.