High Protein Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Bake (Printable Version)
A nourishing morning bake combining Greek yogurt, fresh lemon, and blueberries for a protein-rich start to your day.
# What You Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain, nonfat or 2%
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from about 1 lemon
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
08 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, certified gluten-free if needed
09 - 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
10 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Fruit
12 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, do not thaw if frozen
→ Optional Toppings
13 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
14 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
# How-To:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, eggs, almond milk, maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Add rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
04 - Gently fold blueberries into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
05 - Pour batter into prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. If using, sprinkle sliced almonds and chia seeds evenly over surface.
06 - Bake for 35 minutes or until center is firm and top is golden brown. A toothpick inserted in center should come out clean.
07 - Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You get that cozy baked oatmeal texture while hitting 13 grams of protein per serving
- The lemon blueberry combo makes it feel fancy enough for brunch but easy enough for weekdays
02 -
- Don't skip the resting period or you'll end up with a mushy center when you slice it
- The protein powder brand matters, some make it taste chalky so use one you already like
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and prevent lumps
- If using frozen blueberries, toss them in a teaspoon of flour before adding to prevent sinking