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Easy Banana Baked Oatmeal Recipe

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This easy banana baked oatmeal is a wholesome and delicious breakfast option that’s packed with nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, ripe bananas, and warming spices. Perfectly baked to a golden perfection, it’s a comforting dish that everyone will enjoy, whether served plain or topped with almond or peanut butter and fresh banana slices.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup pecan pieces (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup mashed banana or 2 very ripe bananas
  • 1 3/4 cups milk of choice (dairy, almond, or oat)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

For Serving

  • Banana slices
  • Almond butter or peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the oatmeal.
  2. Prepare Baking Pan: Grease an 8 x 8-inch or 9 x 9-inch baking pan with coconut oil or a neutral oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, pecan pieces (if using), baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, and kosher salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
  4. Transfer Dry Mix: Pour the dry oat mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: In the same bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Add milk of choice, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract, then whisk together until well combined.
  6. Combine and Incorporate: Drizzle the wet mixture over the oats in the baking pan. Use a fork to gently stir so the wet and dry ingredients are evenly incorporated without overmixing.
  7. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is nicely golden and the oatmeal has set firmly.
  8. Cool: Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes to let the texture fully set.
  9. Serve: Before serving, top with banana slices and spread almond butter or peanut butter over the surface for extra flavor and creaminess.
  10. Store Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftovers for up to one week. Reheat in a 300-degree oven or microwave until warmed through.

Notes

  • Do not prepare the entire baked oatmeal the night before as the oats will absorb all the liquid, resulting in a soggy texture.
  • You can mix the wet and dry ingredients separately and store them in separate containers (keep the wet ingredients refrigerated), then combine and bake fresh in the morning.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/easy-banana-baked-oatmeal-recipe/