Start your day with a burst of sunshine thanks to this tropical fruit baked protein porridge, a warm and nourishing breakfast that feels like a mini escape. Packed with juicy, vibrant fruits and a boost of protein to keep you fuelled. this recipe brings together wholesome ingredients and naturally sweet flavours in every bite. It’s perfect for busy mornings when you want something satisfying, make-ahead friendly, and a little more exciting than your usual bowl of oats.
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowls x 2
- Teaspoon
- Grater
- Potato masher
- Wooden spoon
- Tablespoon
- Grease proof paper
- Baking tray
- Cooling rack
Serves 4 – 8
Ingredients
- Oats x 200g
- Pea protein x 120g (or a protein powde of your choice)
- Cashews x 50g
- Chia seeds x 10g
- Flaxseeds x 10g
- Hemp seeds x 10g
- Pumpkin seeds x 10g
- Ground sweet cinnamon x 1 tsp (optional)
- Ground ginger x 1 tsp (optional)
- Ground cloves x 1/4 tsp (optional)
- Apples x 2
- Banana x 2
- Egg whites x 500g
- Eggs x 2
- Honey x 1 – 2 tbsps (optional)
- Pineapple x 1 handful (frozen works best)
- Mango x 1 handful (frozen works best)
Method
- In a large mixing bowl add the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds pumpkin seeds, cashews, ground sweet cinnamon, ground ginger and ground cloves.
- Mix these ingredients together.
- Grate the apples.
- In the second mixing bowl add the banana, eggs and grated apples.
- Mash these ingredients together with the potato masher.
- Add in the egg whites and mixing these ingredients together with the spoon.
- Now add in the oat mixture and mix these ingredients together.
- When all the ingredients are well mixed in set the bowl aside.
- Brush the base of the tray with oil.
- Scrunch up the piece of grease proof paper between your hands.
- Place it into the baking tray.
- Brush the top of the grease proof paper with the oil as well.
- Place the handful of mango and pineapple into the base of the tray.
- Pour over the porridge mixture.
- Place in the fridge overnight.
- Or preheat the oven to 180°C or gas mark 5.
- Bake the porridge for 20 – 25 minutes or until it’s a golden brown colour.
- Once it’s golden brown remove from the oven and leave to cool.
- Then serve with a little honey and enjoy.
Fresh from the oven, this porridge is soft, comforting, and lightly golden on top, with pockets of tropical sweetness throughout. It’s delicious served warm and just as good enjoyed later, making it ideal for meal prep or sharing with family. Whether you’re focusing on a balanced lifestyle or simply craving a cosy yet refreshing breakfast, this dish ticks all the boxes.
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