Almond Croissant Baked Oats Recipe
This Almond Croissant Baked Oats recipe is a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional baked oats, inspired by the classic almond croissant. It combines mashed banana, oat flour, Greek yogurt, and almond extract for a moist and flavorful breakfast or snack. Topped with a creamy almond frangipane swirl and crunchy sliced almonds, it offers the perfect balance of texture and indulgence without the heaviness of a pastry.
- Author: Marco
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Wet Ingredients
- 100 g Ripe Banana (mashed)
- 160 ml Fat Free Milk (Mootopia)
- 75 g 0% Fat Plain Greek Yogurt (Fage)
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- 30 g Large Brown Egg (beaten) (Vital Farms)
Dry Ingredients
- 60 g Oat Flour (H-E-B)
- 60 g Old Fashioned Oats (Trader Joe’s)
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- Pinch of Salt
- 31 g Vanilla Protein Powder (Quest)
Frangipane Almond Cream
- 15 g Almond Flour (Bob’s Red Mill)
- 15 g Vanilla Protein Powder (Quest)
- 20 g Large Brown Egg (beaten) (Vital Farms)
- 0.5 tsp Almond Extract
- 15 ml Fat Free Milk (Mootopia)
Toppings
- 28 g Sliced Almonds (Fisher)
- Olive Oil Spray
- Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth. Add the fat-free milk, Greek yogurt, and almond extract, and combine well.
- Whisk Egg: In a separate small bowl, crack the egg and whisk until smooth. Add about two-thirds of this beaten egg to the wet ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add oat flour, old fashioned oats, baking powder, salt, and vanilla protein powder to the wet mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet until you achieve a smooth batter.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly spray a baking dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the dish and spread it evenly.
- Make Frangipane Almond Cream: In a small bowl, combine almond flour, vanilla protein powder, the remaining beaten egg, almond extract, and milk. Mix well until smooth.
- Add Almond Cream to Batter: Drop dollops of the frangipane mixture on top of the oat batter. Using a spoon or knife, swirl the almond cream into the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the top for added crunch.
- Bake: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar, cut into 6 squares, and enjoy the crunchy, flavorful almond croissant-inspired baked oats.
Notes
- You can substitute fat-free milk with any plant-based milk if preferred.
- Ensure your banana is ripe for natural sweetness and better flavor.
- Use parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on your oven’s heat distribution.
- For extra richness, consider adding a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the wet ingredients.
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