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breakfast brownies

(1 rating)
Kitchen Crew
By Kitchen Crew

These Breakfast Brownies are the perfect nourishing treat to start your day! These bars are both convenient and nutritious, making them a great choice any day of the week. Combining the wholesomeness of oats, nuts, and dried fruits into a portable, tasty package, they suit anyone's morning routine. Whether you’re a busy professional, a parent managing the morning rush, or someone who likes to hit snooze, these Breakfast Brownies are perfect for you. With minimal prep and cooking time, you’ll have a batch of delicious bars ready for the week in a snap.

(1 rating)
yield 9 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For breakfast brownies

  • oil or butter for baking dish
  • 2 1/2 c
    gluten-free old fashioned oats, divided
  • 1 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1 lg
    banana
  • 1 c
    milk of choice
  • 1/4 c
    pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 c
    applesauce
  • 1
    egg
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 1/3 c
    pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 c
    dried cranberries

How To Make breakfast brownies

Test Kitchen Tips
These breakfast brownies feature chopped pecans and dried cranberries, but they are customizable to your preferences. Looking for a tropical twist? Swap the nuts and cranberries for dried pineapple and coconut flakes. Looking for a chocolate fix? Opt for dark chocolate chips, and a couple of tablespoons of cocoa powder. Each batch can be tailored to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.
  • oats in food processor
    1
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish. Add half the oats to a food processor and blend until the oats reach a flour consistency.
  • combining dry ingredients
    2
    Add the oat flour, remaining oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to a bowl and mix until well combined.
  • combining wet ingredients
    3
    Using a fork, mash the banana completely. Add the milk, maple syrup, applesauce, egg, and vanilla; whisk until completely combined.
  • wet ingredients into dry ingredients
    4
    Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix.
  • add pecans and cranberries
    5
    Fold the pecans and cranberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
  • pour batter into pan
    6
    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  • baked bars
    7
    Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  • cut bars
    8
    Slice into 9 bars. Serve immediately or wrap individually in wax paper or foil and place in a zip-top bag for easy morning grabbing.
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