Description
This Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal is a comforting and wholesome breakfast that combines hearty oats, ripe bananas, and sweet chocolate chips. Baked to perfection, it offers a warm, custardy texture with a delightful balance of natural sweetness and spice, making it a nutritious and delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk)
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish using melted butter or non-stick spray to ensure the oatmeal doesn’t stick during baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent throughout the oats.
- Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then add the milk, eggs, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas; mix well until fully combined.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet banana mixture into the bowl with the dry oat mixture. Stir gently yet thoroughly to combine all components evenly. Fold in the chocolate chips carefully, so they’re evenly distributed without breaking.
- Transfer and Spread Mixture: Pour the fully combined oatmeal batter into your prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. For a softer and creamier texture, bake closer to 50 minutes. For a denser, firmer texture, aim for the full 60 minutes. The oatmeal should be set and lightly golden on top.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. This helps the oatmeal set further and makes it easier to cut and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute the dairy milk with any plant-based milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the baking time to achieve your preferred texture—less time for softer, more custardy oatmeal.
- For added texture, consider sprinkling some chopped nuts or seeds on top before baking.
- Leftover pieces can be refrigerated and reheated in the microwave for a quick breakfast.
- To reduce sugar content, reduce the maple syrup amount or use a sugar substitute suitable for baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
