Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal
The ultimate comfort food, Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is a creamy, wholesome breakfast that your family will love. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it’s easy to make and perfect for meal prep. This delicious baked oatmeal is sure to satisfy your morning cravings and keep you energized all day!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Chef's Knife
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gluten free rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup all natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/3 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). This is an important step to ensure that the oatmeal bakes evenly and develops a nice golden color on top.
- Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or coconut oil. Proper greasing prevents sticking, making it easier to serve later.
- In a medium bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until well mixed to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- In another medium bowl, mash the bananas well using a fork or a potato masher. You want it smooth but with some small chunks for texture.
- Once the bananas are mashed, whisk in the peanut butter, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and chia seeds. Mix until everything is well incorporated and creamy.
- Now, it’s time to bring it all together. Whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. You should see a thick batter forming. Make sure there are no dry pockets of oats.
- Pour this mixture into your prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. This step ensures that it bakes uniformly.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Keep an eye on it; you're looking for the top to be barely golden brown and set. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- After baking, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This resting time helps it firm up, making it easier to slice.
- Slice the baked oatmeal into 6 servings. Serve warm with extra almond milk, sliced bananas, and toasted almonds if you'd like. Enjoy your delicious breakfast!