Cinnamon Swirl Protein Banana Baked Oats (Printable)

Tender oat base with warm cinnamon swirl and protein boost in a single-serve ramekin.

# What You Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup unsweetened milk of choice
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
06 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
07 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Cinnamon Swirl

09 - 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1 teaspoon melted butter or coconut oil

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a single-serving ramekin with 8-10 ounce capacity.
02 - Mash the banana thoroughly in a mixing bowl. Whisk in egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Stir in oats, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined with no dry pockets remaining.
04 - Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin and smooth the top surface evenly.
05 - In a small bowl, combine coconut sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to form a paste.
06 - Spoon the cinnamon mixture in small dollops over the oat batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl through the top layer in decorative patterns.
07 - Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the center is just set and the top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with yogurt, banana slices, or nut butter drizzle.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's a single-serve situation that feels homemade and warm without requiring a whole batch mentality.
  • The protein powder actually tastes good here—no chalky aftertaste, just creamy banana richness.
  • You can have this ready in under 40 minutes from craving to fork, which beats most breakfast decisions.
02 -
  • If your batter looks too thick or dry, you can add another tablespoon of milk—different banana sizes and protein powders absorb liquid differently, so trust your eyes.
  • Don't overbake waiting for the center to feel completely firm; it will continue setting as it cools, and a slightly underbaked center is infinitely better than a dry one.
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend smoother and create a more even texture—take your egg and milk out ten minutes before you start.
  • If you want extra protein without the powder taste, crack in an extra egg white and reduce the milk to one-third cup; you'll get a fluffier, more pancake-like result.
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