Vegan Protein Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

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We’re thrilled to share our first recipe in our new series, Healthy Plant-Powered Breakfasts. Today, we’re making Protein Oatmeal Breakfast Bars-a simple, delicious, and balanced way to fuel your morning!
Why is breakfast so important? 🥣 The old adage is true: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It replenishes nutrients after a night of fasting and provides the energy and focus you need to tackle the day. But mornings can be busy, and it’s easy to grab a coffee and pastry or skip breakfast entirely. These bars are here to change that!
Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, these bars are easy to prepare ahead of time. They’re perfect for grab-and-go mornings or as a satisfying mid-morning snack. Let’s get cooking! 🍳
Protein Oatmeal Breakfast Bars Recipe
Ingredients
300ml unsweetened soy milk
150g oats
3 scoops vegan vanilla protein powder
20g chopped walnuts
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
1 tbsp coconut flour
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 large carrot, grated 🥕
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
Pinch of salt
Directions
Preheat your oven to 160°C fan/180°C conventional (350°F).
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. 📜
In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseeds, coconut flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and walnuts. Mix well.
Slowly add the soy milk, mixing as you go (you may need more or less depending on the protein powder).
Stir in the grated carrot and mix thoroughly.
Press the mixture into the lined pan and flatten evenly.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden-brown but the center remains slightly soft.
Let the bars cool before cutting into six servings.
Nutritional Info (per bar):
Calories: 185
Protein: 15g
Carbs: 20g
Fat: 5g
Why You’ll Love These Bars 💕
Each ingredient is a nutritional powerhouse:
Oats: High in beta-glucan fiber to lower cholesterol and improve heart health, plus complex carbs for sustained energy. They also contain antioxidants like avenanthramides to reduce inflammation.
Walnuts: Rich in omega-3s for brain and heart health, polyphenols to combat inflammation, and healthy fats to stabilize blood sugar and curb cravings. 🧠❤️
Cinnamon: Packed with cinnamaldehyde to help regulate blood sugar, antioxidants to protect cells, and anti-inflammatory properties to support immunity. 🛡️
Nutmeg: Provides antioxidants, supports digestion, and may even enhance mood and reduce stress. ✨
Coconut Flour: High in fiber, low in carbs, gluten-free, and a source of MCTs for metabolism and energy.
Carrots: Loaded with beta-carotene for eye and skin health, fiber for digestion, and antioxidants for a strong immune system. 🥕
These bars are easy to double and store! Keep them in an airtight container on the counter for 3-4 days, or freeze extras for a quick breakfast solution.
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