This post featuring my Honey Vanilla Oatmeal Breakfast Bake is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almonds through their Tastemakers program. I received free product and was compensated for my time but, as always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
I was on a major cereal kick for the months of June and July. I blame the hot Summer weather for that one and the fact that cereal is super easy when you are a busy working bee (no pun intended with the honey theme of this post!). And while I am still loving on cereal, my taste buds have been itching for something a bit more substantial…
…something a bit warmer…
…something sweet…
…something baked…
…something satisfying.
Trust me when I say that there is nothing that fits those descriptions better than an oatmeal breakfast bake.
I have tried and loved numerous breakfast bakes over the past year or so- most involving pumpkin, chocolate, and/or peanut butter. But when I got my hands on a can of Blue Diamond Honey Roasted Vanilla almonds, I knew that a honey and vanilla breakfast bake was just what I was craving.
This oatmeal breakfast bake is sweet (but not too sweet) from the honey, vanilla, and apple sauce. It is also warm and hearty from the oats and almonds. And let’s not forget about the fact that it contains heart healthy fats and omega 3’s from the flax seeds, chia seeds, and almonds. Basically, this is a winner of a breakfast.
Honey Vanilla Oatmeal Breakfast Bake
Servings: 2
Ingredients
1 flax egg (1 TB ground flax seed + 2-3 TB water, mixed and refrigerated for 30 minutes)
1 cup rolled oats
1 tsp baking powder
1 TB chia seeds
1 tsp cinnamon
2 TB honey
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup applesauce (cinnamon or natural)
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1/4 cup chopped Blue Diamond Honey Roasted Vanilla Almonds
honey and/or nut butter for topping, optional
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray or grease a loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a large bowl combine oats, baking powder, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Mix well.
3. Stir in prepared flax egg, honey, vanilla extract, applesauce, and almond milk.
4. Once the mixture is well-combined, gently stir in chopped almonds.
5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake uncovered for appoximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
I prepared my breakfast bake on a Sunday, let it cool, and then cut it into two servings for a couple of my breakfasts for the week. A little preparation goes a long way and can prevent you from reaching for an unhealthy breakfast in the morning. You know what they say… starting off with a healthy breakfast can set the tone for a great day!
Please do not feel limited by the title and think that you can only eat this for breakfast. These certainly make a delicious snack bar and would be a great protein-packed pick-me-up during an afternoon slump. Think of these like a warm granola bar fresh out of the oven… yum!
Oh, and please ensure that you top your bake with some sweet goodness. I highly recommend additional honey, vanilla almond butter, or honey peanut butter…or, all three! You will thank me later for those suggestions.
Blue Diamond also sent me their new Honey Roasted Chipotle flavor. As soon as I opened the box I knew that I would love, love, LOVE this flavor. I also knew Jeremy would, too!
I was right! We ate them straight out of the can. They were dad approved too!
I also tried them alongside an apple for a sweet and spicy combo. This was really good. I am now also thinking that eating them with dark chocolate would be fantastic. That sweet and spicy combination is one of my favorites. I see a new trail mix in my future…
What is the most creative way that you have cooked or baked with almonds?
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Wow this looks great! The ingredient list here is great! I might add some protein powder to this recipe and add it to my homemade protein bar rotation. Thanks for sharing!
Oh yum!! I bet the addition of vanilla protein powder would be amaaazing! Good idea 🙂
Ohhh yum! I LOVE Blue Diamond almond milk so I’ll have to keep an eye out for these roasted ones!
Oh yes, you definitely need to! Their almonds are the BEST! They have so many unique and delicious flavors. I will warn you.. they are addicting 😉
Wow, what a simple, pretty breakfast! I think slicing these into “bars” would be awesome!
I so agree! These would definitely make for the perfect healthy snack because they aren’t jammed with a ton of sugar and aren’t too sweet. Plus, I always need a snack with some substance and protein to keep me going for awhile in the afternoon.
recipe pinned! I love how simple the ingredient list looks. I basically have everything.. minus the nuts. I guess those are kind of important, huh? Haha!
Haha! Yes, you should definitely try and track them down! If you aren’t able to find them since you are out of the country, you might just try their regular honey roasted ones.
So good! I love those almonds!
Aren’t they delicious?? I cannot get enough!
These look delicious!! I am seriously obsessed with those almonds. Ahh soo good!
Blue Diamond makes the BEST almonds and they have the most creative flavors. I cannot wait to see what they come up with next!
Oh wow this looks good! I really hope that flavour comes to Canada because we don’t tend to get all the flavours here. We don’t have the toasted coconut one, which makes me sad because it’s my favourite!
Ahh, what a bummer!! The toasted coconut is one of my favorites too! I hope they start sending more your way!
I have all of these ingredients and can’t wait to try it for an after school snack for the kids! Thank you!
Ooo good idea! These would definitely be a great and filling afternoon snack!
Mmmmm honey roasted almonds sound SO amaze!! Love me some baked oatmeal recipes for the fall 🙂
They are definitely my go-to Fall and Winter breakfasts for sure! I’m excited to make more soon 🙂
I absolutely loved the honey vanilla almonds and I’m sure that baked oatmeal with them is delicious! Hopefully, I can find them at the grocery store!
I hope so too!! My boyfriend and I REALLLY hope we can find the chipotle flavor too. He finished off the container before I could try them on a sweet potato 😉
Probably should not have read this until after my son’s football practice was over. Now I am sitting here starving! 🙂
Reading food blogs when you are hungry can definitely be a dangerous thing!! 😉
These look delicious. I’m enjoying trying all of the varieties of Blue Diamond almonds.
The best part is that I do not think we will run out of any flavors to try because they are always coming up with new tasty ones!
This looks absolutely delicious!!! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you, Nicole!! Let me know if you give it a try 🙂
What a delicious looking breakfast. I’ve pinned this one!
Thank you, Jamie!! I hope you enjoy it 🙂
I love almonds. For a healthy nut these are my favorite. Honey vanilla, even better. I am not much for cooking, but love a good granola bar. Those look great.
Almonds are so good, especially the flavored ones from Blue Diamond! They are definitely my favorite nut with peanuts close behind.
The Honey Vanilla Oatmeal Breakfast Bake sounds like a delightful treat to start the day with a warm, comforting meal that packs a nutritional punch. Incorporating honey roasted vanilla almonds is a clever way to add a sweet crunch, making it more appealing. The flexibility of this dish, serving as both a satisfying breakfast and a hearty snack, makes it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their morning routine or enjoy a nutritious snack option throughout the day.