High-Protein Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake Oats (Printable Version)

Protein-rich baked oats layered with cinnamon sugar swirl and buttery crumble topping for cozy morning satisfaction.

# What You Need:

→ Oat Base

01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 scoop (1 oz) vanilla protein powder
05 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cinnamon Swirl

10 - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

→ Crumble Topping

12 - 1/3 cup rolled oats
13 - 2 tablespoons almond flour or all-purpose flour
14 - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
17 - Pinch of salt

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Combine all oat base ingredients in a blender and process until mostly smooth with some oat texture remaining.
03 - Pour half of the blended oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
04 - In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and coconut sugar together. Sprinkle half of this mixture over the oat base.
05 - Pour remaining oat mixture over the cinnamon swirl layer, then top with remaining cinnamon swirl mixture.
06 - In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until crumbly texture forms.
07 - Distribute crumble topping evenly over the oat layers. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes until center is set and top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes, slice into 4 equal portions, and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious and Satisfying: Packed with 16g of protein per serving from cottage cheese and protein powder.
  • Classic Flavor: Features a delicious cinnamon swirl and a crumbly streusel topping for a traditional coffee cake taste.
  • Easy Prep: A simple blender recipe that is perfect for meal prepping your breakfasts for the week.
02 -
  • Texture Control: Don't over-blend the oats if you prefer a more traditional oatmeal texture; a few pulses can leave some whole oat bits for added bite.
  • Dietary Adjustments: Use coconut oil instead of butter for a dairy-free topping option, and double-check your protein powder labels for dietary compliance.
  • Storage: These oats store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making them an excellent choice for a quick morning meal.
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