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Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal

  • Author: The Oatmeal Enthusiast

Description

A cozy, wholesome breakfast that tastes like banana bread but is packed with fiber and nutrients. Perfect for meal prep!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

  • For the oatmeal base:
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • For the wet ingredients:
  • 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1.5 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For toppings (optional):
  • 1 banana (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8 baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients: oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mash bananas, then whisk in milk, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Top with banana slices, walnuts, and sprinkle brown sugar.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set in the center.
  7. Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Notes

For extra richness, stir in 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil to the wet ingredients. Gluten-free if using certified GF oats. Dairy-free if using plant milk.