Banana Bread-Style Baked Oatmeal
A delicious, hearty baked oatmeal inspired by classic banana bread. This nutritious breakfast blends ripe bananas, rolled oats, and warm spices for a comforting start to your day.
Equipment
- Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or fork
- - 8x8 inch baking dish
- - Oven
Ingredients
- - 2 cups rolled oats
- - 2 ripe bananas mashed
- - 2 cups milk dairy or plant-based
- - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- - 1 large egg lightly beaten
- - 1 tsp vanilla extract
- - 1/2 tsp baking powder
- - 1/2 tsp baking soda
- - 1/2 tsp salt
- - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- - Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- - Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, milk, maple syrup, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. If using, stir in the optional chopped walnuts and/or raisins.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light and airy.
- Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
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Notes
- For extra crunch, lightly toast the walnuts before mixing them in.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast. Nutrition (approximate per serving):
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast. Nutrition (approximate per serving):
- Calories: 250-300
- Protein: 7-8g
- Carbohydrates: 40-45g - Fats: 7-9g