Description
These Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Breakfast Blondies are a delicious and protein-packed treat perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. Made with natural peanut butter, Greek yogurt, oats, and sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, these blondies offer a delightful balance of creamy, chewy, and slightly sweet flavors. With optional chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence, they are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (any kind, or use a non-dairy alternative)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking dish (8×8 or similar) with parchment paper to ensure the blondies don’t stick.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt evenly.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients bowl. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated. If the batter is too thick, gradually add the milk a little at a time until the batter reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Transfer Batter: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the batter if you desire an extra hint of sweetness and texture.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 even squares. Serve as a wholesome breakfast or satisfying snack.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars or hydrogenated oils for a healthier option.
- Substitute almond butter or another nut/seed butter if preferred.
- Honey can be replaced with maple syrup to keep it vegan-friendly if using a vegan yogurt and eggs substitute.
- Ensure to allow the blondies to cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
