Protein Apple Almond Croissant Baked Oats

A square baking dish of sliced apple and almond dessert, with three pieces cut and a serving spatula inside. Surrounding the dish are plates, apple slices, and a bowl of oats on a light brown surface.

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Protein Apple Almond Croissant Baked Oats

Ever wished you could have an almond croissant for breakfast every day without the sugar crash? These Protein Apple Almond Croissant Baked Oats are for you then. Think all the nutty, buttery flavors of a bakery croissant, paired with warm baked apples and a golden almond topping, but in a high-protein, make-ahead breakfast you can feel good about. Each slice packs about 17 grams of protein, thanks to the almond flour, protein powder, and cottage cheese. The texture is soft, tender, and just a little indulgent.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Servings Servings

Calories 379kcal

Author Nicole Modic

Ingredients

1 Teaspoon Avocado Oil or cooking spray of choice
1 ½ Cups Rolled Oats
1 Cup Almond Flour
¼ Cup Vanilla Protein Powder
½ Teaspoon Cinnamon
½ Teaspoon Baking Powder
1 ¼ Cups Almond Milk
½ Teaspoon Almond Extract
⅓ Cup Maple Syrup
½ Cup Cottage Cheese I used Good Culture
2 Honey Crisp Apples sliced thin
¾ Cup Sliced Almonds
Powdered Sugar optional

Instructions

To make these baked oats, start by preheating your oven to 350F. Lightly grease an 8x8 baking dish with avocado oil or cooking spray.
Next, prepare the dry mixture. In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
Then, make the wet mixture. In another bowl, whisk together the almond milk, almond extract, maple syrup, and cottage cheese until smooth.
Now bring it all together. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is fully incorporated. Transfer the batter to your prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
Top the mixture with thinly sliced apples, then sprinkle with sliced almonds over the top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until set and golden. For an extra toasty finish, broil for 1-2 minutes so the almonds brown slightly.
Remove from the oven, then dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Cut into squares and enjoy warm!

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