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Strawberry Breakfast Bake for Balanced Meals
Maya Bennett

Strawberry Breakfast Bake for Balanced Meals

A vibrant, customizable oat-based morning dish combining warm citrus, bananas, and fresh strawberries. This novice-friendly, protein-rich casserole is perfect for rushed mornings or weekend brunches, with halal-friendly dairy alternatives and adaptable sweetness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • Sliced strawberries (1 cup, half reserved for topping)
  • Chopped walnuts (57g, optional)
  • Dark chocolate chips (56g)
  • Rolled oats (226g, gluten-free if instant)
  • Brown sugar (13-52g, adjust to taste)
  • Baking powder (1 tsp)
  • Orange zest (1 tbsp)
  • Chinese five spice (1 tsp, substitute cinnamon if unavailable)
  • Sea salt (½ tsp)
  • Banana slices (1 medium, thickly sliced)
  • Milk (470ml, coconut or almond acceptable)
  • Large egg (1, substitute flax egg for vegan option)
  • Coconut oil or non-hydrogenated halal butter (42g, melted)
  • Vanilla extract (2 tsp)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)
  2. In a bowl, combine oats, baking powder, ½ tsp Chinese five spice, ¼ tsp sea salt, and ½ cup sliced strawberries
  3. Microwave remaining ½ cup strawberry slices to soften
  4. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, banana slices, melted oil, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp orange zest
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures in a greased 18x24 cm baking dish
  6. Top with reserved strawberries, walnuts (if using), and chocolate chips
  7. Bake for 30 minutes until golden
  8. Broil on high for 3 minutes for caramelization (optional)

Notes

For vegan version, replace egg with 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water)
Oven temperature critical for texture preservation
Highland ovens need no adjustment at 190°C
Broiling enhances top fruit caramelization
Non-dairy milk pair better with citrus tones (coconut milk yields 28g protein/6 servings)