Triple Berry Baked Oatmeal with Whipped Berry Cottage Cheese Topping

Start your day with a delightful serving of Triple Berry Baked Oatmeal, a perfect combination of wholesome oats and vibrant berries. Each bite is packed with fiber, healthy fats, and protein to keep you satisfied throughout the morning. The unique topping of whipped cottage cheese blended with freeze-dried berries adds a creamy texture and a burst of flavor that complements the baked oatmeal beautifully.

Why You’ll Love This: This baked oatmeal recipe is not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy mornings. You can prepare it the night before and simply add the fresh topping in the morning. The combination of fresh and freeze-dried berries provides a double dose of antioxidants and flavor.

Perfect Occasion: Ideal for a healthy family breakfast, weekend brunch, or as a hearty snack throughout the day. It’s also a great option for meal prep, ensuring you have a ready-to-eat, nutritious breakfast for several days.

Decoration Tips: For a visually appealing and tastier dish, garnish with fresh berries and coconut flakes before serving. A drizzle of honey or a dollop of peanut butter can also enhance the flavor, adding a touch of sweetness or richness.

Ingredients:

• For the Baked Oats:
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups almond milk
  • 1 1/4 cups frozen mixed berries
  • Fresh berries and coconut flakes for garnish
• For the Cottage Cheese Whip:
  • 1 cup mixed freeze-dried berries (such as strawberries and blueberries)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oatmeal:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with oil.
   • In the baking dish, mash the bananas. Add oats, protein powder, baking powder, flaxseed, lemon zest, salt, cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk. Mix until well combined.
   • Gently fold in the frozen mixed berries and smooth the top.
2. Bake:
   • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the middle is set.
3. Prepare the Topping:
   • In a blender, pulse the freeze-dried berries until they resemble coarse sand.
   • Add cottage cheese and vanilla extract, and blend until smooth.
4. Assemble and Serve:
   • Let the baked oatmeal cool completely.
   • Using an offset spatula, spread the whipped cottage cheese mixture over the top.
   • Garnish with fresh berries and coconut flakes.
   • Cut into 4 or 6 servings and, if desired, drizzle with honey or peanut butter.

Enjoy this scrumptious Triple Berry Baked Oatmeal, a fulfilling and healthy way to start your day or enjoy as a snack!