Description
This Banana Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that can be easily made ahead. With the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a hint of cinnamon, this hearty dish is perfect for starting your day on a wholesome note.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or sliced bananas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the mashed bananas, eggs, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Optional: Fold in the chopped nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smooth the top, and add optional toppings. Bake for 35–40 minutes until set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup.
- For a vegan version, use flax eggs and plant-based milk.
- Great for meal prep—store in the fridge and reheat as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
