Wholesome Oatmeal and Zucchini Bake Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated zucchini, mashed bananas, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir the ingredients together until well combined.
Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
If desired, add any optional toppings of your choice, such as sliced banana, berries, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of additional maple syrup, to the top of the oatmeal mixture.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and lightly golden brown around the edges.
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow the oatmeal to cool slightly before serving.
Slice the oatmeal bake into squares or rectangles and serve warm. Alternatively, you can allow the bake to cool completely, slice it into portions, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for quick and easy breakfasts throughout the week.
Total SmartPoints = 4 (rolled oats) + 0 (zucchini) + 0 (bananas) + 0 (applesauce) + 0 (almond milk) + 2 (maple syrup) + 0 (optional toppings)
Total SmartPoints = 6
So, the total SmartPoints for the ingredients in the recipe is 6.
I await your comments! Enjoy!
