Description
Start your day on a nutritious note with this Berry Bulgur Breakfast Bake. This delightful recipe combines wholesome bulgur and oats with the natural sweetness of bananas and mixed berries, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch. Not only is it simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, but it also bakes to perfection, making it a great meal prep option for busy mornings or family gatherings. Enjoy it warm drizzled with honey or chilled with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit for a refreshing start to your day.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp butter or flavorless oil
- 3 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 2 ½ cups frozen or 1 ½ cups thawed mixed berries
- ½ cup fine or medium grind bulgur
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups milk (any variety)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced bananas and caramelize for about 6 minutes, turning halfway.
- Transfer bananas to a greased baking dish, layering thawed berries over them.
- In a bowl, combine bulgur, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the berries.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour evenly over the bulgur layer.
- If desired, sprinkle coconut flakes on top.
- Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix different types of berries. Substitute bulgur with quinoa for a gluten-free option. Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing for cleaner portions.