Description
This High Protein Breakfast Crumble is a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. Featuring a vibrant mixed berry filling topped with a crunchy oat and protein-packed crumble, it combines the natural sweetness of fruit with the satisfying texture of nuts and peanut butter. Perfect for those looking to boost their morning protein intake while enjoying a gluten-free and plant-based treat, this crumble is easy to prepare and bakes to a crisp golden perfection in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Berry Filling
- 10 oz bag frozen mixed berries
- 2 tbsp fruit jam of choice (no sugar added preferred, optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 scoop (30 g) protein powder or 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or spelt (spoon and level)
- 2 tbsp pecans, finely minced (optional)
- 3 tbsp natural peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
- 3 tbsp unsweetened plant-based milk or plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or replace with plant-based milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla paste or extract
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare oven and berry filling: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, combine the frozen mixed berries, fruit jam, and cornstarch. Stir gently until the berries are evenly coated, which will help thicken the filling as it bakes.
- Make the crumble mixture: In a separate bowl, add the gluten-free rolled oats, protein powder, minced pecans, peanut butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir thoroughly until the ingredients come together in small clumps, forming the crumble topping.
- Assemble the ramekins: Divide the berry mixture evenly between 2 to 3 small oven-safe ramekins. Then top each ramekin with an even layer of the crumble mixture, spreading it gently over the berries.
- Bake the crumble: Arrange the ramekins on a baking tray and place in the oven. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until the crumble topping turns crisp and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until safe to handle. Serve warm, topped with some additional plant-based yogurt if desired, and enjoy your protein-packed breakfast crumble.
Notes
- For added crunch, substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds.
- If you prefer a sweeter crumble, increase maple syrup slightly or add another tablespoon of fruit jam.
- This recipe can easily be doubled to serve more people or for meal prep.
- Use plant-based milk options such as almond, oat, or soy milk depending on preference.
- The protein powder can be whey or a plant-based variety, depending on dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American