So, I have strawberries on the brain, and it’s leaking into the blog.
A co-worker just adopted her second child, a newborn redhead named Grace, and I can’t wait to meet her! Our office’s resident party planner has begun work on a strawberry-themed baby shower. I overheard the planner telling another co-worker that she’d hoped to do a strawberry-themed shower for her second child if he’d been a girl and that all red-headed girls should have a strawberry-themed party. I thought that was adorable, and she certainly has the best ideas for her kids’ parties. Today for you I have a quick little treat I could contribute to the party that fits within our plan – isn’t that always the key? Finding ways to participate in our social events by packing our own food or supplying something for the group that we can eat too?
This recipe is a barely-sweet item perfect for pairing with a protein source for breakfast on Level 2 (Day 1 only) to start your day with energy and deliciousness! For a small gathering, multiple the recipe as needed and create as many individual servings as needed or try making a large amount in an 8×8 or 9×13 pan depending on the size of your group.
Strawberry Shortcake Baked Oatmeal http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2014/08/19/strawberry-shortcake-baked-oatmeal/
- 1/3 cup mashed strawberries
- 3 Tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1/8 tsp salt (or omit…I find most recipes taste way too salty these days)
- 1-2 Tbsp sugar-free syrup
- Optional: cinnamon, unsweetened cocoa, other flavors
Grease a 1-cup ramekin or oven-safe dish and set aside. Stir together liquid ingredients then add all remaining ingredients and stir. Pour into prepped dish and place in a cold oven. Immediately turn heat to 380 and bake 28 min or until firm (can broil it the last min if desired - see picture below). Eat from the ramekin or use a knife around the edges to pop out the baked oatmeal cake. Add a bit of Splenda or Stevia if you need a bit more sweetness or sprinkle it on top which may help in forming a crispy crust. I added cinnamon to mine which I enjoyed! Makes 1 double-carb serving for Day 1 Meal 1 on Level 2.
Oh the joys of little babies, baby showers, and office get-togethers! I am excited to see the strawberry décor and spread that Melissa and her crew put together for Grace and unlike many baby showers, I get to meet the little one right away! We will certainly feast strawberry, feast themed, and as always…FEAST ON!!!
~Coach Lauren
