Description
This Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and wholesome breakfast option that is easy to make ahead. Packed with bananas, walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, this baked oatmeal is perfect for a cozy morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, maple syrup, egg, milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well mixed. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans for walnuts or add chocolate chips for a sweeter twist.
- For an egg-free version, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
