Ingredients
Baked Oats
- 1 cup oats (quick or rolled oats)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk of choice
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 tsp almond emulsion
- 3 tbsp sliced almonds
- powdered sugar (optional)
Almond Paste Filling (optional)
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
- 1 tsp almond emulsion
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare ramekins: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease 3 ramekins to prevent sticking and allow even cooking.
- Blend the baked oats mixture: Combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, pinch of salt, almond butter, egg, milk, Greek yogurt (or banana), maple syrup, vanilla bean paste, and almond emulsion in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Prepare almond paste filling (if using): In a small bowl, mix together the almond flour, egg, maple syrup or sugar, and almond emulsion until it forms a consistent paste. This will serve as the almond-flavored filling.
- Assemble the ramekins: Pour the oat mixture into each ramekin, filling them about two-thirds full. Add a spoonful of the almond paste to the center of each ramekin, gently pressing down to embed it within the batter. Sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the top of each ramekin.
- Bake the oats: Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 28 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the oats (avoiding the almond paste center); it should come out clean and the top should be golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the ramekins from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Optionally, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving for added sweetness and an elegant finish.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with a ripe banana for a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by increasing or reducing maple syrup.
- For a vegan version, replace the egg with flax or chia egg alternatives and use plant-based yogurt and milk.
- Use quick oats for a smoother texture or rolled oats for more bite.
- The almond paste filling is optional but adds a richer almond flavor reminiscent of traditional almond croissants.
- Ensure the ramekins are not filled to the top to prevent overflow during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian