Lazy Morning Oatmeal Loaf – The Perfect Healthy Breakfast! 🍞🥣
Start your day with this wholesome, fiber-rich oatmeal loaf! It’s soft, slightly sweet, and packed with goodness—perfect for busy mornings. Plus, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients!
📝 Ingredients:
✔ 1 ½ cups (150g) rolled oats
✔ 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour (or all-purpose)
✔ 1 tsp baking powder
✔ ½ tsp baking soda
✔ ½ tsp cinnamon
✔ ¼ tsp salt
✔ ⅓ cup (80ml) honey or maple syrup
✔ 2 large eggs
✔ 1 cup (240ml) milk (or plant-based alternative)
✔ ¼ cup (60ml) melted coconut oil or butter
✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔ ½ cup dried cranberries (or raisins, chopped nuts)
✔ 2 tbsp oats + extra cranberries for topping
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prep the Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, honey, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries or your favorite add-ins.
2️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Sprinkle extra oats & cranberries on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
3️⃣ Slice & Enjoy!
- Serve warm with butter, honey, or nut butter.
💡 Notes & Tips:
✔ Make it vegan – Swap eggs for flax eggs & milk for almond/oat milk.
✔ Boost the protein – Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or protein powder.
✔ Want it extra moist? Add ½ mashed banana or applesauce.
✔ Storage: Keeps 3-4 days in an airtight container or freeze for up to 2 months.
📊 Nutrition (Per Slice, ~10 Slices)
- Calories: ~190
- Protein: ~5g
- Carbs: ~30g
- Fiber: ~4g
- Healthy Fats: ~6g
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Loaf!
✅ Super Easy – Just Mix & Bake!
✅ Healthy & Fiber-Rich for Digestion
✅ Naturally Sweetened – No Refined Sugar!
✅ Perfect for Meal Prep & Freezing
❓ Q&A Section
❓ Can I make this gluten-free?
✔ Yes! Use oat flour or almond flour instead of wheat flour.
❓ What other mix-ins can I use?
✔ Try chocolate chips, walnuts, shredded coconut, or blueberries!
❓ Can I make muffins instead?
✔ Yes! Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes in a muffin tin.
Would you like more quick & healthy breakfast ideas? Let me know! 😊