High-Protein Warm Vanilla Apple Oat Bake
This high-protein warm vanilla apple oat bake has all the cozy fall flavors of baked oatmeal — sweet apple, cinnamon, and vanilla — but with an extra protein boost from Greek yogurt and Fairlife milk. It’s creamy, nourishing, and perfect for meal prep or a cozy fall morning breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup Fairlife milk or milk of choice
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt for creaminess + protein
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional but boosts protein
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
- 1 large apple diced
- Optional: ¼ cup dried cranberries for extra sweetness
Optional toppings:
- Chopped pecans
- Peanut or almond butter drizzle
- Warm milk poured over top
- Dollop of Greek yogurt
Let's Make It
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease an 8x8 baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Stir in oats, protein powder (if using), and diced apples until well combined.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and golden on the edges.
- Serve warm with a spoonful of peanut butter and a splash of milk over top.