Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal
This Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is a comforting, nutritious breakfast that's easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium ripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup vanilla unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Banana slices, peanut butter, and honey for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal bakes evenly and comes out perfectly cooked.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk these together until they are well mixed.
- In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the creamy peanut butter, honey, egg, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients together until fully combined and creamy.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; you want to maintain the texture of the oats.
- Grease your baking dish lightly with cooking spray or a bit of oil. Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the oatmeal to cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm, topped with banana slices, a drizzle of peanut butter, and a touch of honey if desired.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowls
- Baking dish
- Whisk
- Spatula
Notes
- For added sweetness, you can use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Mix in your favorite nuts or seeds for an extra crunch.
- Add chocolate chips or dried fruits for a delicious twist.
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg with flaxseed meal or applesauce.
