Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of banana bread with this easy and nutritious Banana Bread Baked Oats recipe. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a satisfying snack, these baked oats are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed warm from the oven.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a small ramekin or oven-safe bowl.
- Mix the ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, oats, milk, maple syrup, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Add toppings: Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared ramekin and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can blend the oat mixture before baking for a more cake-like texture.
- For added protein, stir in a tablespoon of nut butter or a scoop of protein powder.
- This recipe doubles easily and can be baked in a muffin tin or small baking dish for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
