This strawberry baked oatmeal with hemp seeds makes for a delicious healthy breakfast with an added protein boost from collagen peptides. Perfect for meal prep or weekend brunch. ! Perfect for meal prep or weekend brunch.

Who else loves baked oatmeal? Honestly, I love all oatmeal for it’s warm, cozy vibes. This strawberry baked oatmeal is my go-to when I want to meal prep breakfast or need an easy breakfast to serve a crowd. It’s incredibly versatile and very forgiving. You really can’t mess it up!

I love serving it with a dollop of Greek-style yogurt or spreading it with almond butter (or both!). You could also serve it alongside eggs, like this frittata. This helps balance out the meal with healthy fats and protein to help you feel satisfied and keep your blood sugar balanced.

What is baked oatmeal

In case you’re unfamiliar with baked oatmeal, it’s a dense and chewy version of oatmeal that’s baked in the oven rather than the stove-top. Think of it as a cross between a soft, chewy granola bar and dense, hearty oatmeal. It’s traditionally made by stirring rolled oats into a mixture of eggs, milk, sugar and any other add-ins you’d like. Once it’s mixed, you bake it in the oven until the edges are golden and caramelized and the oats have absorbed all the liquid. It can be served hot or cold with a drizzle of almond milk, a dollop of Greek-style yogurt or a slather of your favorite nut butter.

Strawberry Baked Oatmeal with Hemp Seeds

This strawberry baked oatmeal is the perfect balance of cozy oatmeal and bright fresh flavor from the strawberries. It’s lightly sweetened with just a touch of maple syrup. Not much sweetener is needed thanks to the fresh strawberries. Once baked, the strawberries turn into a sweet, jammy fruit that provides a delicious flavor and a little extra sweetness. Think of it as nature’s homemade jam.

This strawberry baked oatmeal is a great addition to your Sunday meal prep. While it may take a little longer to make than microwaving a bowl of oatmeal, having your breakfast ready to go will save you so much time throughout the week. It can be eaten both cold and warm, so no matter how busy your morning, you’ll be sure to have a satisfying and delicious breakfast.

To balance out this meal, I recommend serving with yogurt and a drizzle of nut butter or a side of eggs. This ensures you’re getting the protein and healthy fat necessary to keep you full and satisfied.

Nourished by Nutrition Facts:

Oats

Oats are a complex carbohydrate and a good source of fiber. Fiber is essential for digestion and most people aren’t getting enough. It’s recommended to get about 25 to 38 grams of fiber a day (although, I recommend more!). One ½ cup serving provides 4g of fiber and contains both soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber draws water into your intestinal tract. This helps support regular digestion, helps us feel fuller, and can help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels (1).

Strawberries

These sweet berries are low in sugar and a good source of fiber. Strawberries are also an excellent source of vitamin C which is acts as an antioxidant and is so important for immune health. They contain 25 different anthocyanins which are a type of antioxidant and give food its beautiful color (2). Anthocyanins have been shown to have benefit heart health and blood sugar control.

Hemp seeds

Aka “nature’s sprinkles”. Hemp seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. They are the one food that has the perfect 3:1 balance of omega-6s to omega-3s. This is very important for keeping inflammation in check. Hemp seeds are also one of my favorite plant-based proteins. They are one of the few plant-based sources of all essential amino acids, making them a complete protein (3).

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