High-Fiber Berry Pepita Oat Bake
A comforting batch-baked oat dish enriched with cottage cheese, banana, and a dense seed mix. Easy to slice and reheat for a protein and fiber-rich morning meal.
Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
65 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Lindsay + Lila
Lindsay created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
65 min
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Equipment
Oven · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Bake ahead on Sunday; slices store well in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be individually frozen.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and light grease an 8x8-inch (20x20cm) bakin…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and light grease an 8x8-inch (20x20cm) baking dish with oil spray.
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Mash the bananas thoroughly with a fork…
In a large bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly with a fork until smooth.
Look for: smooth
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Add the cottage cheese
Add the cottage cheese, maple syrup, and 1/2 cup (120ml) water to the mashed banana, whisking until well combined.
Look for: well combined
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Fold in the old fashioned rolled oats
Fold in the old fashioned rolled oats, chia seed, ground flaxseed, and pepitas until completely coated.
Look for: completely coated
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking…
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly using a spatula.
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Bake for 35 to 40 minutes
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is firm to the touch and the edges are lightly golden brown.
Look for: the center is firm to the touch and the edges are lightly golden brown
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Remove from the oven and allow to…
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing into 4 equal portions.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Serve warm
Serve warm, or let cool completely, store in a sealed container in the refrigerator, and reheat individual slices in the microwave for 45-60 seconds.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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